Peer Support Specialist - William's Consent Decree / Waukegan & Zion Flex / PRN

Join and be a part of a winning team at Williams Consent Decree Program that provides support to clients based on their own experiences with serious mental illness to increase skills in the areas of independent living and self-advocacy. You will explain, guide, support, and assist clients with goals of improved stability and self-sufficiency, independent living, self-advocacy, and development of supportive relationships. Co-leads client activities. Scheduled Hours: As needed Monday-Friday (Day Shift) Flex your schedule Assists in the planning and implementation of activities of the Drop-In Center Assists in the development and leading of mental health recovery groups. Assists in the development and leading of advocacy training groups. Provides supportive peer counseling. Assists in implementing independent living skills and leading independent living skills classes and groups. Assist with transportation of client(s) to and from home and outings Assists in providing community consultation and education, as assigned. Assists in the development and facilitation of training to clients and the community. Explains LCHD programs to clients and/or family Assists family through the intake,