CERTIFIED RECOVERY PEER SPECIALIST TRAINING SUPERVISOR - LAKELAND, FL

Gateway Foundation Inc • FL

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About The Position

Gateway Foundation, Inc. is a national non-profit dedicated to helping individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Established in 1968, Gateway provides essential tools and knowledge for recovery, positively impacting hundreds of thousands of lives. Operating through its Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, the organization is recognized for innovative, effective treatment approaches and maintaining high standards. Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll have the chance to provide essential services to underserved populations, all while working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth, while embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion for every individual in every community. When you join us, you'll discover personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (CRPS) by the Florida Certification Board or eligible to obtain Peer Specialist certification, preferred.
• Lived experience as an adult in recovery and have been actively maintaining a wellness and recovery lifestyle from a mental health and/or substance use condition for at least two years, preferred.
• Proven knowledge of training methods and techniques and experience as a teacher, training instructor, or similar role with at least one (1) year of supervisory experience.
• Valid local driver’s license, insurance, and good driving record.
• Ability to pass a Level 2 background check in the state of Florida.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years’ experience in education, substance use disorder, mental health, criminal justice or related field.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with correctional facility staff, mental health professionals, substance use treatment program professionals, and community partners to design and deliver recovery-oriented training programs.
• Developing curriculum modules that address the unique challenges faced by incarcerated individuals.
• Conducting training sessions for CRPS Training Instructors working within correctional settings.
• Fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Providing ongoing supervision and mentorship to peer specialists.
• Assisting in identifying and addressing any barriers to effective peer support.
• Establishing partnerships with other correctional facilities, community organizations, and reentry programs.
• Supervising CRPS Training Instructors by monitoring and observing training sessions.
• Monitoring program outcomes and assessing the impact of peer support interventions.
• Ensuring adherence to FCB guidelines and ethical standards.
• Advocating for integration of peer support services and promoting recovery-oriented practices within the correctional environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
• Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums.
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match.
• Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Gateway.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• 18 paid time off days per year – accrual rates increase with years of service.
• 9 paid company holidays.
• Training & Development Programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year.
• eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU’s and job-related training.
• Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees