Certified Peer Recovery Supporter - MonDay

Montgomery County•Oh 45417, OH

About The Position

The Certified Peer Recovery Supporter (CPRS) works under the general supervision of the Career Development Coordinator to mentor residents, build meaningful relationships, conduct community outreach, and provide recovery-related information. The CPRS develops, plans, and implements peer release services to help residents transition back into the community. The role uses the employee’s recovery experience and peer-support training to encourage residents, support recovery goals, and help them access services and resources. The CPRS collaborates with clinical, operations, and administrative staff; provides individual, group, family, and community education; facilitates peer-support activities; supports residents during crises as appropriate; and assists with referrals, transportation, and post-release follow-up. The position also maintains required service documentation and confidentiality, participates in meetings and training, and follows institutional policies and procedures to help maintain a safe environment. This role has no supervisory duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must have or be able to obtain State of Ohio Peer Recovery Supporter Certification within 90 days of employment.
Must maintain Ohio Peer Recovery Support Certification through required training programs.
Valid State of Ohio driver’s license.
Must be in recovery from substance use disorder and have maintained at least two years of sobriety.
High compassion and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build trust and meaningful relationships with residents.
Familiarity with personal computers and standard office software.
One year of paid or volunteer experience working with people with mental illness, homelessness, substance abuse, or offender re-entry.
Knowledge of the recovery process and ability to use personal recovery experience to provide support, validation, hope, and encouragement.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to use basic intervention skills.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to engage in problem-solving.
Ability to perform basic office duties amid simultaneous demands.
Must adhere to the Ohio Certified Peer Supporter Code of Ethics.
Ability to monitor residents’ condition and recognize changes in mental and physical status.
Ability to maintain appropriate emotional and relationship boundaries as defined by Ohio certification requirements.
Ability to lift, pull, push, and manipulate equipment; sit and/or stand for long periods; and operate an automobile.

Responsibilities

Coordinate residents’ arrival and departure for community services in collaboration with the clinical team.
Work with the criminal justice system and social services agencies, conducting follow-up as needed.
Facilitate peer-support groups that develop social interaction, wellness, recovery, independence, and public transportation skills.
Provide individual, group, community, and family education about peer support.
Assist with groups and educational classes and use de-escalation techniques with residents.
Refer residents to community programs and services and conduct post-release follow-up.
Help residents advocate for services needed to maintain housing, recovery, and overall wellness.
Assist with transportation to support continuity of care, including transportation to the Day Report Center or other Montgomery County aftercare programs.
Document services delivered and submit required data promptly in the provided format.
Attend regular supervision concerning professional, emotional, and relationship boundaries.
Protect residents’ confidentiality and privacy.
Participate in ongoing training on current peer-support practices and maintain required certification training.
Assist the Clinical department with designing, developing, and implementing the peer-support services program.
Train fellow personnel on the role of peer-support specialists.
Use personal recovery experience and training to help residents develop recovery skills and knowledge, sharing personal experiences appropriately to provide hope and support.
Engage residents, build rapport, provide emotional support, and foster trust and a positive outlook.
Educate residents about peer support and recovery models.
Provide appropriate crisis support and interventions, helping residents consider recovery and stability options.
Support residents in identifying trauma-related needs and accessing appropriate resources.
Provide culturally sensitive and age-appropriate services focused on emotional growth, strengths, and recovery goals.
Address barriers to recovery, including ongoing treatment, employment, and housing.
Follow institutional policies and procedures and report safety or security concerns promptly to Operations staff.
Engage with residents on the day-room floor through games, social activities, and conversation.
Participate in weekly team meetings, treatment team meetings, and all-staff meetings.
Participate in developing MonDay policies and procedures and perform public relations with personnel and the community.