Transporter/Peer Recovery Support Specialist - Manteno

Join Our Mission at Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC)!

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a substance use treatment organization offering comprehensive behavioral health programs, including medication-assisted recovery, to individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and co-occurring mental health conditions. With over 25 years of experience and multiple locations across the state, we provide a full continuum of care for substance use disorder, from prevention and harm reduction to treatment and recovery support. Our programs integrate FDA-approved medications for the treatment of substance use disorders, including all three medications approved to treat opioid use disorder (buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone). We strive to meet our patients where they are, bringing care outside clinic walls via telehealth and mobile services and ensuring patients have access to harm reduction resources and education. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Transport program patients for admission and discharge, medical and other community appointments. This is the primary responsibility, approximately 75% of work time.

• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of agency vans.

PRSS/RC Duties below may be assigned depending on the transport schedule.

• Provide motivational support to assist counselors in meeting therapeutic goals. 

• Support treatment plans by reporting client observations and support decisions concerning therapy, discipline and privilege (at a minimum twice per shift and subject to change depending on need)

• Assists case manager/counselor with client activities by implementing scheduled and/or requested activities.

• Works cooperatively with members of the nursing and medical staff to monitor clients’ vital signs, observe urine drops, monitor self-administration of medications, monitor clients, and chart all pertinent data.

• Performs room and facility checks, at varying intervals, to ensure client’s comfort, safety, and well-being.

Location Address: 333 Evergreen West Street, Manteno

Schedule:  Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 12:00 PM-8:30 PM; Monday 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

Pay Rate: $18.26 - $22.00 per hour, based on certification

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD).

DCFS clearance required.

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity , pregnancy, gender, protected veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.

Education and/or Experience:   Transport/commercial driving. High School Diploma / GED required; Experience in/with substance use, detox programs, medication-assisted treatment, behavioral healthcare and/or community relations encouraged to apply.   

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations: Driver's license and current insurance. Must have certification in Peer Recovery Support (CPRS), or attain certification within one year of placement in position. 

Family Guidance Centers Inc. offers opportunities for individuals with an interest in behavioral health. Our organization provides a comprehensive benefit package for full time employment that includes:

• Health Insurance
• Dental 
• Vision
• Life Insurance,
• EAP 
• 401k pension plan
• Vacation, sick and personal days with paid holidays off are included in our paid time off compensation package