Family Guidance Centers, Inc.
Diversion Peer Recovery Support Specialist - South Loop
Family Guidance Centers, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Diversion Peer Recovery Support Specialist - South Loop
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Diversion Peer Recovery Support Specialist - South Loop
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Family Guidance Centers, Inc.
Job Description Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats and prevents substance use disorder and 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 society. FGC is committed to innovation, accountability, and compassionate care to facilitate positive, lasting change.
Essential Duties
Conduct patient biopsychosocial assessments using standard practices.
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 after-care 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 while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
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 per hour
Preferred Start Date December 1, 2025
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD).
DCFS clearance required.
Equal Employment Opportunity Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity, pregnancy, gender, protected veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion.
Required Experience Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be at least 18 years old. Must have at least one year of recovery from substance use, mental health, or co-occurring 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.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
EAP
401(k) pension plan
Vacation, sick, and personal days with paid holidays off included in paid time off compensation package
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Other
Industries Individual and Family Services
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Diversion Peer Recovery Support Specialist - South Loop
role at
Family Guidance Centers, Inc.
Job Description Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats and prevents substance use disorder and 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 society. FGC is committed to innovation, accountability, and compassionate care to facilitate positive, lasting change.
Essential Duties
Conduct patient biopsychosocial assessments using standard practices.
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 after-care 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 while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
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 per hour
Preferred Start Date December 1, 2025
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD).
DCFS clearance required.
Equal Employment Opportunity Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity, pregnancy, gender, protected veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion.
Required Experience Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be at least 18 years old. Must have at least one year of recovery from substance use, mental health, or co-occurring 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.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
EAP
401(k) pension plan
Vacation, sick, and personal days with paid holidays off included in paid time off compensation package
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Other
Industries Individual and Family Services
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