Re-Entry Recovery Support SpecialistHeritage Behavioral Health Center • Decatur, IL, United States
Re-Entry Recovery Support Specialist
Heritage Behavioral Health Center • Decatur, IL, United States
1 day ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionAbility to meet people where they are at in their recovery, non-judgmental, and ability to build rapport quickly Ability to work as a team player Ability to navigate electronic health records Demonstrated above average computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel Utilize the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) modality and peer support to help individuals build independence and transition into the community successfully. Provide individual and group WRAP treatment to incarcerated individuals 6 months prior to release, and 6 months after release. Empower individuals to set recovery goals and take ownership of their recovery through a community that promotes personal growth, person empowerment, responsibility, and greater independence. Advocate and collaborate with participants treatment team to ensure successful re-entry and appropriate support Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services provided. Attend training and meetings as required. Educate clients and their families on available community resources and assist with making referrals (e.g. Local food panties, arranging medical transportation for appointments, identifying shelters). May accompany client on a case-by-case basis. A minimum high school diploma or equivalent, at least 21 years of age, and willingness to work with incarcerated individuals who are attempting to recover from a serious and persistent mental illness are required. Lived experience of incarceration in a prison and willing to articulate personal experience related to their own recovery are required. The ability to work in a healthcare setting with a criminal history, or the ability to apply for a waiver to allow work in healthcare. A valid driver's license, reliable means of transportation, and proof of automobile insurance coverage are required. Generous vacation, sick and personal leave Wellness days - 26 days per year (every other Friday off paid) Nine paid holidays in 2025 Health Club / Fitness Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Continuing education opportunities Tuition assistance program Agency provided life insurance and short-term disability policies Retirement plans (401k and Roth) Optional insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, flex spending accounts (healthcare, dependent care), and additional life insurance. (The health insurance benefit includes substantial agency contribution towards the cost.) We are a National Health Service Corp site which gives staff access to the National Health Service Corp federal student loan forgiveness program (LCPC, LCSW, MD, APN, RN, CADC, LSW, and LPC individuals). For more information, visit www.hrsa.gov.
Heritage Behavioral Health Center is a mission-driven Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic located in Decatur, Illinois who is dedicated to improving mental health and substance use care to individuals in a multi-county area. We recognize that all individuals at our organization have an impact on the care and well-being of the individuals we serve - regardless of the position they hold.
Why join us?
- We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package.
- We are expanding our primary care, mental health and substance use services to individuals in Central Illinois and beyond and are looking for dedicated staff to meet the needs of our clientele.
- Our salaries have been updated and are competitive at both the state and national levels with wonderful benefits.
- Full-time employees receive 56 paid days off during their first year of employment (this includes every other Friday off PAID for your wellness needs).
- We have expanded our employee insurance benefit offerings and made them more affordable.
At Heritage, we believe in taking care of our staff's needs so that they can concentrate on taking care of the needs of the individuals we serve. Our staff are our greatest asset!
We are pleased to present the following position for your consideration :
Position Overview : Recovery Support Specialist, Successful Re-Entry
PLEASE NOTE : this position requires lived experience successfully transitioning out of a prison setting.
This position will join the Heritage's Successful Re-entry Team to provide peer support, engagement, and linkage to various resources. Services will be provided to adults incarcerated at Decatur Correctional Center with serious and persistent mental illness who are scheduled for parole within 6 months of entering the program with a mental health diagnosis referred by IDHA and IDOC. These positions are full-time and work collaboratively with the individuals we serve, community providers, parole and DOC, the Successful Re-entry team, and based out of our Macon County office.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Core Responsibilities :
Minimum Qualifications :
Competitive Salary Range :
Recovery Support Specialist : $18.00-$22.00 / hour.
Upon obtaining Certification as a Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS), rate of pay increases to $23.00-$25.00 / hour.
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