Top 73 peer support specialist Jobs in chicago il

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program Director
The Link & Option Center, Inc. —South Holland, IL
- $95,000 - $100,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- LMFT
- Psychiatry
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Peer Support/Engagement Specialist - Part Time
DuPage County Health Department —Illinois
- $16.26 an hour
- Part-time
- Adults
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Certified Recovery Support Specialist(CRSS)
Albany Care Inc —Evanston, IL
- $20 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Psychiatry
- Addiction Medicine
- Adults
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Peer Support Specialist
Covenant House Illinois —Chicago, IL
- $43,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Hospital
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Recovery Navigator
Ampact —Chicago, IL
- $16.24 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Crisis Support Specialist - Part-Time
The Thresholds —Chicago, IL
- $24.75 - $29.52 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- 403(b) matching
- Paid time off
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Peer Support Specialist - Community Outreach Intervention Projects, School of Public Health
University of Illinois —Chicago, IL
- $26.15 - $26.66 an hour
- Online Application
- Spanish
- Addiction Medicine
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Peer Support Outreach Specialist
Covenant House Illinois —Chicago, IL
- $43,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Hospital
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Peer Support Specialist
Healthcare Alternative Systems —Chicago, IL
- $17 - $22 an hour
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- Computer literacy
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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9d
Peer Mentor-CRSS Drop In Center
Envision Unlimited —Oak Lawn, IL
- $19 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Public speaking
- High school diploma or GED
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Certified Peer Recovery Specialist - Fulltime
Humboldt Park Health —Chicago, IL
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Hospital
- BLS Certification
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
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Peer Support
City Colleges of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- University
SY27 Youth Intervention Specialist
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $61,513.30 - $92,687.09 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
Peer Recovery Support Specialist - Cook County Health Emergency Department
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $20.92 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Case management
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Home Visitor- Part-Time
HRDI —Chicago, IL
- $23.08 an hour
- Part-time
- Current TB test
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Anticipated SY 26-27 Youth Intervention Specialist
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $61,513.30 - $92,687.09 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
SY 26-27 Anticipated Youth Intervention Specialist
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $61,513.30 - $92,687.09 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
9d
Recovery Coach - PPW
HAYMARKET CENTER —Chicago, IL
- $45,760 - $61,260 a year
- Full-time
- Addiction Medicine
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
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Bilingual Peer Recovery Counselor - CST (CHATHAM)
Trilogy Inc —Chicago, IL
- $24.28 - $27.92 an hour
- On call
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Psychiatry
- Addiction Medicine
- 403(b) matching
- Paid parental leave
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6d
Recovery Specialist
HAYMARKET CENTER —Chicago, IL
- $17 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
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Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program Director

The Link & Option Center, Inc. -
South Holland, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$95,000 - $100,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
403(b)
Loan forgiveness
Life insurance

Qualifications

LCPC
LMFT
QMHP Certification
Social service program staff supervision
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Master's degree
Counseling
Psychology
Social Work

Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

PROGRAM: Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) - CCBHC

POSITION TITLE: ACT Program Director

REPORTS TO: Director of Clinical Services/CCBHC Program Director

JOB TYPE: Full-time

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Director will launch and have direct oversight of the ACT Program, build the ACT staffing team, have responsibility for providing clinical, administrative, and operational leadership to multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring 24/7 care for individuals with severe mental illness for the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team within a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) framework.

This position ensures delivery of comprehensive, person-centered, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented services to adults with serious mental illness (SMI), consistent with:

Illinois Administrative Code Title 59, Part 132 (Rule 132)
Medicaid ACT service requirements
CCBHC certification standards (SAMHSA criteria)

The ACT Program Director is responsible for maintaining ACT fidelity, ensuring Medicaid and CCBHC compliance, integrating care across systems, and achieving quality and outcome benchmarks required under the CCBHC model.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Leadership & Regulatory Compliance

Direct ACT program operations in compliance with:
Illinois Rule 132
Medicaid ACT requirements
CCBHC criteria and service scope
Ensure program readiness for:
State audits and certification reviews
CCBHC site visits and reporting requirements
ACT fidelity assessments
Implement policies and procedures aligned with all regulatory frameworks

Clinical Oversight & Integrated Care

Provide clinical supervision in accordance with Rule 132 and CCBHC standards
Lead daily ACT team meetings and clinical staffings
Oversee development and review of Individual Treatment Plans (ITPs)
Ensure integration of:
Mental health and substance use treatment
Primary care coordination
Care transitions (hospital discharge, crisis stabilization)
Promote use of evidence-based practices, including:
Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment (IDDT)
Motivational Interviewing
Trauma-informed care

CCBHC Service Integration

Ensure ACT services align with the CCBHC required service array, including:
Crisis services (24/7 access)
Care coordination across physical and behavioral health
Person- and family-centered treatment planning
Collaborate with:
Designated Collaborating Organizations (DCOs)
Primary care providers
Substance use treatment partners

Staffing & Workforce Requirements

Ensure ACT team meets Rule 132 and CCBHC staffing requirements, including:
Psychiatrist / APRN
Registered Nurse
Licensed Team Leader
QMHPs
Substance Use Specialist
Vocational Specialist
Peer Support Specialist(s)
Maintain appropriate staff-to-client ratio (~1:10)
Oversee hiring, credentialing, supervision, and workforce development
Ensure staff meet cultural competence and trauma-informed care standards

Documentation & Medicaid Compliance

Ensure all services meet Rule 132 documentation and medical necessity standards
Monitor accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of clinical records
Oversee Medicaid billing practices and encounter reporting
Ensure alignment with CCBHC Prospective Payment System (PPS) documentation requirements

Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement

Track and report on CCBHC quality measures, including:
Hospital readmission rates
Follow-up after hospitalization
Engagement in services
Substance use outcomes
Monitor ACT fidelity using standardized tools (e.g., DACTS)
Lead Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives
Use data dashboards to drive decision-making and program improvement

Financial & Administrative Oversight

Monitor program budget and Medicaid/PPS revenue
Ensure services align with financial sustainability and grant requirements
Support reporting for state and federal funding sources

Community Partnerships & Care Coordination

Develop and maintain partnerships with:
Hospitals and health systems
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs)
Homeless service providers
Criminal justice and crisis response systems
Ensure effective care transitions and coordination across systems

Crisis Response & On-Call

Ensure 24/7 crisis response capacity consistent with ACT and CCBHC standards
Participate in leadership on-call rotation
Provide clinical oversight during high-risk situations

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field (required)

Licensure (Illinois)

Active Illinois clinical license required (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or equivalent)
Must meet Rule 132 Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) criteria
Eligible to provide clinical supervision

Experience

3–5+ years working with individuals with SMI
2+ years of supervisory or program leadership experience
Experience with ACT, CST, or intensive community-based services required
Experience in CCBHC or integrated care settings strongly preferred
Experience with Rule 132 and Medicaid billing requirements strongly preferred

Knowledge & Skills

Strong knowledge of:
Illinois Rule 132
Medicaid ACT services
CCBHC certification criteria
Experience with co-occurring disorders treatment
Crisis intervention and risk management expertise
Familiarity with PPS reimbursement and value-based care models
Strong leadership, communication, and data-driven decision-making skills

Working Conditions

Community-based work with frequent travel
Flexible schedule, including evenings/weekends/on-call
Exposure to high-acuity clinical situations

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Compliance with Rule 132 and CCBHC standards
ACT fidelity scores
Reduction in hospitalizations and ER utilization
Timely follow-up after hospitalization (7- and 30-day metrics)
Engagement and retention in services
Housing stability and community integration
Achievement of CCBHC quality reporting benchmarks

Funding & Compliance Statement

This position operates within a CCBHC-certified program and must comply with all federal (SAMHSA), state (Illinois Rule 132), and Medicaid requirements, including reporting, documentation, and service delivery standards.

Pay: $95,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b)
Health insurance
Life insurance
Loan forgiveness
Paid time off

Education:

Master's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Required)
LCPC (Required)
LMFT (Required)

Work Location: In person

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