Peer Champion

Acenda•Sewell, NJ

47d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Acenda as a Peer Recovery Specialist to support the Early Intervention Support Services in Gloucester County, New Jersey. This role involves working with individuals to achieve mental wellness through a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP), acting as a liaison, completing crisis planning, and collaborating with providers to link individuals to necessary services. Acenda offers an innovative, mission-driven culture with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Requirements

Minimum of a High School Diploma
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS)
Lived and personal experience with mental health and substance use to provide support to the persons we are engaging.
Excellent personal communication skills in order to motivate and engage individuals, as well as being effective with linking to necessary treatment services
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, use of an insured vehicle and an acceptable driving record
Professionalism and a commitment to excellence in care

Nice To Haves

Spanish proficient

Responsibilities

Have personal experience with mental health and wellness and recovery
Work with the Early Intervention Support Services Team to ensure individuals needing assistance achieve mental wellness through a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)
Operate as a strong Peer Champion liaison, and meet face to face with individuals utilizing a strength-based perspective
Complete crisis planning as needed to decrease future hospitalizations and increase quality of daily life
Collaborate with Acenda and Community Providers to link individuals into services needed.