Certified Peer Recovery Specialist - MRT - 028

Lifestream Behavioral Center • Leesburg, FL

108d • $16

About The Position

The Peer Recovery Specialist III has responsibility to carry-out mentoring or Specializing with individuals having substance use disorders and/or co-occurring disorders who are receiving addiction pharmacotherapy. Recovery Specializing refers to a one-on-one relationship in which a peer leader with more recovery experience than the person served. The Peer Recovery Specialist III encourages, motivates, and supports a peer who is seeking to establish or strengthen his or her recovery.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Achieved Certified Peer Recovery Certification from State of Florida.
• Minimum five (5) years' experience as a recovering person or as a family member of someone in recovery from SUD/COD required.
• Must be over the age of 21.
• Minimum of 5-years driving experience required.
• Possess a Valid FL Driver's license (within 30 days of hire if currently do not possess).
• Possess a continuously valid US Driver's license for the past three years, from date of issue required.
• Safe Driving record required.

Nice To Haves

• Bi-lingual and bi-cultural is a plus.
• Knowledge of Substance Use Disorders and the principles of Recovery.
• Skills in Recovery Support developed in curriculum based training and on-the-job experience.
• Knowledge and skill development in Trauma Informed Care.

Responsibilities

• Mentors or coaches peers in office, home and community with tasks such as setting recovery goals, developing recovery action plans, and solving problems directly related to recovery.
• Provides assistance with issues that arise in connection with collateral problems such as having a criminal justice record or coexisting physical or mental challenges.
• Assists in basic job readiness skills that include resume building and job searches, links to vocational rehabilitation, work force development, vocational schools and colleges.
• Helps peers in early recovery make choices about which recovery pathway(s) will work for them.
• Documents all encounters according to LifeStream's policies and procedures.
• Consults with community agencies and families to maintain coordination in the treatment process.
• Participates in staff and organizational meetings and treatment planning meetings as directed by the supervisor.
• Models recovery skills and behaviors through lived experience.
• Advocates for peers with regard to stigma issues, respect and person-centeredness.

Benefits

• $16.40 / Hour base pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree