Community Recovery Technical Assistance Specialist

Chestnut is seeking a passionate and experienced Community Recovery Technical Assistance Specialist to support our Recovery Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC) initiatives. This position plays a vital role in strengthening community recovery efforts through technical assistance, training, and collaboration with local councils and stakeholders.

Chestnut Health Systems^™ is a leading provider of integrated health care services. Since 1973, Chestnut has grown to more than 800 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment to patients in Illinois and Missouri. We provide fully integrated care for all our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers. Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A.

**Please note to be considered for a position you must attach a resume, complete the application, and answer all screening questions. 

• Support ROSC projects by developing, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating recovery-focused programs and events.
• Provide guidance to ROSC councils on evidence-based practices, organizational development, and member engagement.
• Monitor deliverables for timeliness and alignment with grant outcomes; provide feedback on submitted materials.
• Maintain consistent communication with ROSC council leadership and participate in local council meetings.
• Assess training and technical assistance needs of council leadership and develop tailored training programs.
• Deliver trainings based on identified needs, cohort characteristics, and current research.
• Prepare and submit program and grant reports in a timely manner.
• Mentor and train staff and interns, fostering professional growth and development.
• Represent Chestnut in local, state, and national advocacy groups focused on recovery supports.
• Participate in agency meetings, staff development, and other responsibilities as assigned.
• Promote trauma-informed recovery principles including hope, respect, empowerment, wellness, and connectedness.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of all organizational and client information.
• Uphold Chestnut’s standards for customer service excellence in all interactions.

• Master’s degree in behavioral health, public health, education, or related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience;
  OR
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of recovery principles, program development, evaluation, and community capacity building.
• Grant writing and budgeting experience (preferred)
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Zoom, and online reporting systems.
• Valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance, insurability, and home internet connection required.
• Ability to travel within the designated site plan area.
• Must be able to obtain DCFS CANTS Child Abuse Clearance.

Selected candidates may be asked to complete a short presentation or additional skills-based assessments during the interview process.

Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement? Chestnut is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! We’d love to explore the possibilities with you.

Chestnut Health Systems is a leader in the effort to achieve health equity, providing high-quality health and human services in underserved communities. We deliver trauma-informed, fully integrated care by combining behavioral health with community-based primary health care. Chestnut’s research division is nationally recognized for its contribution to evidence-based practices. Our empathic and innovative employees live our mission of making a difference.

EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.

The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $44,400 - $50,575 annual salary. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity. Check out additional benefits here!