What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engagement Specialist I-Substance Use Concentration (YESS) (BH/095) position at Will County Health Department?
WILL COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
BRIEF DESCRIPTION: Will assist the Substance Use Treatment team in providing direct and indirect services to individuals in crisis, along with providing outreach and engagement of all individuals in the Substance Use Treatment Program to help individuals remain engaged in treatment and to promote continued access to mental health and community-related services. The candidate will be working with a youth population and, therefore, will be working offsite at schools. Schedule Monday through Friday, 7:45 am-3:45 pm.
BENEFITS: Will County employees enjoy a wide variety of competitive fringe benefits including: comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision coverage, short/long term disability, sick/personal days, parental leave, holidays, defined pension plan from the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (regular and SLEP), deferred compensation plan, and vacation. https://willcounty.gov/County-Offices/Administration/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits-and-Compensations
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent. Two (2) years of experience in a behavioral health support system. Pass the State of Illinois background check. Must have direct or indirect lived experience and familiarity with the community Substance Use Recovery System. Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) or Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (CPRS) or eligible to sit for the certification exam and pass within six (6) months of hire.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.80 - $31.58 per hour
Expected hours: 37.50 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $32
