Family Guidance Centers, Inc.
Diversion Peer Recovery Support Specialist - South Loop
Family Guidance Centers, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Description
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats and prevents substance use disorder, as well as an array of other related problems. Since 1969, FGC’s comprehensive programming has educated and guided individuals toward their full potential as productive members within their own families and our society. FGC seeks to support the behavioral health of individuals, families, and communities through its commitment to innovation, accountability, and compassionate care to facilitate positive, lasting change.
Essential Duties
Conduct patient biopsychosocial assessments using standard practice put in place.
Develop and maintain diversion relationships with each police district, serving as a liaison to connect individuals to treatment services offered by FGC.
Assess substance use severity.
Provide case management, discharge planning, and aftercare coordination.
Develop and direct prospective referrals to FGC and other treatment providers, as appropriate and in accordance with clients’ needs and wishes.
Work closely with patients with substance use, mental health or co-occurring challenges to enhance their recovery.
Provide individualized, ongoing guidance, coaching and support with appropriate professional boundaries and means.
Work Schedule 40 hours per week (4:30 p‑m – 12:30 a‑m) including Saturday or Sunday.
Work Location 2630 South Wabash Ave., Chicago
Pay Rate $23.50 – $26.44
Preferred Start Date December 1st, 2025
Drug‑Free Environment Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD).
DCFS Clearance DCFS clearance required.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity, pregnancy, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.
Required Experience Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent; at least 18 years old; at least one year of recovery from substance use, mental health or co‑occurring substance use and mental health challenges.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Certified by the Illinois Certification Board (ICB, Inc.) as a Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) or as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CRPS), or be certified within one year of employment date.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
EAP
401(k) pension plan
Vacation, sick and personal days with paid holidays off included in our paid time‑off compensation package
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industry Individual and Family Services
Keywords Addictions, Chicago, IL, Downtown Chicago, recovery, self‑help, substance use disorder
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Essential Duties
Conduct patient biopsychosocial assessments using standard practice put in place.
Develop and maintain diversion relationships with each police district, serving as a liaison to connect individuals to treatment services offered by FGC.
Assess substance use severity.
Provide case management, discharge planning, and aftercare coordination.
Develop and direct prospective referrals to FGC and other treatment providers, as appropriate and in accordance with clients’ needs and wishes.
Work closely with patients with substance use, mental health or co-occurring challenges to enhance their recovery.
Provide individualized, ongoing guidance, coaching and support with appropriate professional boundaries and means.
Work Schedule 40 hours per week (4:30 p‑m – 12:30 a‑m) including Saturday or Sunday.
Work Location 2630 South Wabash Ave., Chicago
Pay Rate $23.50 – $26.44
Preferred Start Date December 1st, 2025
Drug‑Free Environment Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD).
DCFS Clearance DCFS clearance required.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity, pregnancy, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.
Required Experience Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent; at least 18 years old; at least one year of recovery from substance use, mental health or co‑occurring substance use and mental health challenges.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Certified by the Illinois Certification Board (ICB, Inc.) as a Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) or as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CRPS), or be certified within one year of employment date.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
EAP
401(k) pension plan
Vacation, sick and personal days with paid holidays off included in our paid time‑off compensation package
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industry Individual and Family Services
Keywords Addictions, Chicago, IL, Downtown Chicago, recovery, self‑help, substance use disorder
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