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Peer Support Specialist (ACT) – Envision Unlimited

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Envision Unlimited is seeking a passionate Peer Support Specialist for our Assertive Community Team (ACT) to join our multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will serve as a member of a multi-disciplinary team together with doctors and nurses, clinicians and case managers under the direction of a team leader. The Peer Mentor will use life experiences and knowledge of the mental health system to engage clients in active treatment, provide encouragement and support, education and recreational opportunities to help clients thrive in a community setting.

What We're Looking For:

• A strong passion for mental health advocacy
• Excellent communication and active listening skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet both staff and client needs
• Outstanding time management and organizational abilities
• A valid driver’s license, current car insurance, and access to a personal vehicle
• Willingness to transport clients in your own car when needed
• Provide outreach and engagement services to individual clients participating in the ACT Program
• Share stories of own success in accordance with comfort level
• Facilitate group conversation with clients, family members and legal guardians about available resources at Envision Unlimited and the MH system at large.
• Have input in the development of treatment plan goals
• Accompany clients on recreational activities and Drop-in Center events
• Assist staff to develop resources for clients and link them to appropriate services
• Provide individual and group peer counseling
• Develop Crisis and medication adherence plans with clients
• Provide other duties as assigned, required, or specifically negotiated with the supervisor

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to pass criminal background check
• Applicants must have lived experience with recovery from mental health, and/or addiction together with working knowledge of larger systems such as the State Department of Mental Health
• Knowledge of Medicaid is a plus.
• Must feel comfortable with public speaking and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must have a valid DL, dependable transportation, and pass a background check

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Salary: $40,000 per year + additional quarterly productivity bonuses
• Paid Time Off: 11 Vacation days, 12 paid Holidays, 3 sick days, 3 personal days
• Illinois Paid Leave : 40 hours (accrued)
• Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Additional Benefits:
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
  • Cell phone reimbursement (or use of company phone)
  • Free clinical supervision for licensure (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LCPC)
  • Reimbursement for professional licensure and renewal fees
  • Include boutiques of voluntary benefits
  • Cell phone allowance as well as annual tuition assistance

About Envision Unlimited:

Founded in 1948 in Chicago, Envision Unlimited provides a full spectrum of care for individuals with disabilities—ranging in age from infancy to 80+. We serve all individuals regardless of race, gender, religion, or ability to pay. Our innovative services span Chicagoland and Central Illinois and include community living, day programs, behavioral health, employment services, family respite, and foster care. Our innovative services span Chicagoland and Central Illinois and include community living, day programs, behavioral health, employment services, family respite, foster care and Supportive Housing.

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