Certified Peer Recovery Specialist -OORP Expansion (243)

Center For Family Services • Salem, NJ

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About The Position

Take advantage of our new sign-on bonus! Center for Family Services is a place where you can be part of a dynamic, top workplace team dedicated to improving lives. When you apply and get hired, you are eligible for a $500 sign-on bonus. The position is located in Salem, NJ and is full-time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years of experience in the guiding principles of recovery that assist individuals to improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and reach their full potential.
• Valid driver's license per vendor agency requirements.
• Active Certified Peer Recovery Specialist certification through the State of New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to all client needs in the hospital or emergency room setting.
• Serve as a role model by sharing lived experience, knowledge, hope, and skills to encourage and promote recovery.
• Educate individuals on all pathways to recovery, treatment options, and available support systems.
• Link clients to community resources, including treatment programs, social services, recovery supports, and any other services to build and maintain recovery capital.
• Build rapport, sustain, and maintain positive relationships with all clients, healthcare staff, and community partners.
• Assist clients with gaining, maintaining, and developing skills and tools needed to sustain recovery and achieve personal goals.
• Actively coordinate and support clients during their treatment engagement.
• Guide clients in identifying relapse triggers and coping strategies to maintain recovery.
• Document all client interactions, recovery plans, and progress notes in the designated electronic health record system.
• Handle sensitive situations with confidentiality, professionalism, and respect.
• Offer consistent follow-up to ensure continuity of care and support progress toward recovery goals.
• Work closely with navigators and other team members to maintain continuity of care and create comprehensive recovery plans.
• Participate actively in regular both individual and group supervisions, case reviews and training to enhance service delivery.
• Comply with all program policies, funding requirements, and documentation timelines as outlined in the Lifeline Policy & Procedure manual.

Benefits

• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday.
• 401k Plan.
• Medical insurance plan options.
• Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Prescription Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Health & Wellness Activities.
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities.
• Opportunity for advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: High school or GED