PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST

Apis Services Inc • Trenton, NJ

2h • $0 - $40,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position serves to further the CFS, Corp. mission of supporting individuals experiencing substance use disorders and aiding their recovery. The Peer Recovery Specialist with Youth will provide crucial support to clients, aligning with their treatment and case plans, and facilitating positive behavioral change through skill-building and reinforcement. This role involves linking clients with community resources, acting as a liaison between various stakeholders, and advocating for clients' needs. The specialist will also be responsible for comprehensive documentation of all services provided.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited high school or have high school equivalency
• Must meet all requirements for pre-employment as required by the CFS, Corp., state regulations, and licensure requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Documented experience working with at-risk populations
• Demonstrated knowledge of and sensitivity to diverse cultures.
• Current valid driver’s license from state of residence with a satisfactory driving record as defined by CFS, Corp. vehicle policy and/or liability insurance carrier.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, sit, stand, and walk for periods.
• Must be able to lift from the floor to the waist up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to generate written reports or summaries using a prescribed format.
• Must be able to give and receive verbal and written instructions.
• Must have fine vision, sustained vision, and peripheral vision.
• Must possess sufficient eye/hand coordination to operate office equipment including, but not limited to phone, computer, calculator, or copier, if applicable.
• Demonstrates an understanding of CFS, Corp. missions, visions, core values, and strategic plans.
• Confidentiality handles information; maintains absolute security and confidentiality of all volunteer and client records.
• Adheres to all applicable codes of ethics and practices.
• Understands and utilizes established policies and procedures in making decisions.
• Dependable, accepts responsibility for attendance and punctuality; effectively utilizes time.
• Performs work according to standards of conduct, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Flexible, and adjusts work to accommodate changes in priorities and workload.
• Cooperates and is willing to assist others and accepts direction from supervisor.
• Maintains professional and respectful relations with others.
• Presents a neat, clean, and professional appearance and dresses appropriately for the job.
• Set a good example for others by own self-discipline and behavior.
• Does not engage in activities other than official business during working hours.
• Uses sound independent judgment in meeting the responsibilities and performing the duties of the position.
• Performs other work as required or assigned.
• Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team

Nice To Haves

• National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS) or Certified Alcohol and Drug Addictions Consultant (CADAC) Certification preferred.
• Two or more years of experience working as a community support individual or with in-home case management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to clients.
• Align with the client’s treatment and/or case plan.
• Skill builds with the client and other vested parties to work towards positive behavior change.
• Links clients with additional community resources and provides peer recovery support services.
• Works with clients to teach, reinforce, and motivate toward behavioral change.
• Works with the client in teaching, reinforcing, and structuring consistency to help foster positive behavioral change.
• Serves as a liaison between family, mental health professionals, and other individuals or providers supplying services for and to the client.
• Advocating for the client, which could include writing reports for and attending court proceedings, preparing for job interviews, filling out social service applications, and ensuring basic needs are met.
• Share responsibility for developing individual safety and case plans.
• Documents all work with clients, community resources, and partners.
• Creates and submits clear documentation of all services provided to the client, including progress notes, termination reports, and/or updated service goals/plans, to promote supervisory review and feedback.
• Documents all work and submits notes within 24 hours and no later than 72 hours of service delivered or canceled appointment, and requests additional authorization promptly to avoid service disruptions.
• Attends and participates in all required new hire, annual, and other assigned training and attends meetings as assigned.
• Attends scheduled staff meetings, group meetings, and other activities essential for effective program and service delivery, and to promote communications and the proper flow of relevant information between interested parties.
• Must attend and participate in outreach activities and events hosted or sponsored by the corporation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED