Illinois State University: Public research university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
Student leader role delivering peer education, workshops, outreach, program support, event staffing, and evaluation; requires strong communication, reliability, and ability to work evenings/weekends.
Children's Home Association of Illinois: Provides residential care, education, and family support for youth.
Must be 21+, high school diploma/GED, lived experience with behavioral health, HFS-approved peer support training or CRSS/CPRS (or obtain within 1 year), valid Illinois driver’s license and insurance; behavioral health experience preferred.
Champaign-Urbana Public Health District: Local public health authority serving Champaign County, Illinois.
Must self-identify as having lived experience with substance use; provide harm-reduction outreach, navigation, advocacy, and follow-up; build trusting relationships and reduce barriers to care.
Team Lead, Peer Support Initiatives - School of Social Work
Urbana, Illinois, United States
$67k-$72k/yrHybridFull Time
University of Illinois System: Public university system providing academic degrees, research, and healthcare.
Bachelor's in social work or related field required; lived experience with child/adolescent behavioral health, experience training/coaching, knowledge of wraparound and peer support, proficient in Microsoft Office.
Champaign-Urbana Public Health District: Local public health authority serving Champaign County, Illinois.
Must have personal breastfeeding experience (≥6 months within last 5 years), be a current/former WIC participant, have a valid driver’s license, dependable transportation and auto insurance, be available evenings/weekends by phone, and be enthusiastic about breastfeeding.
Illinois State University: Public research university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
Enrolled ISU student (min 2.5 GPA), strong interpersonal skills, confidentiality, availability for training and weekly supervision, commitment for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027, ability to engage diverse students.
Ampact: Manages and scales national AmeriCorps service programs.
1+ YOEProvide peer support to individuals in recovery; maintain schedule; English fluency; high school diploma; US citizen or lawful permanent resident; background check; 18+; basic computer skills.
Heritage Behavioral Health Center: Provides comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services.
Peer-based recovery support in crisis observation; high school diploma, lived recovery experience, CRSS/CPRS (or obtain within 12 months), valid driver's license, strong communication and de-escalation skills.