Peer Recovery Specialist - Full-Time

RS EDEN•Minneapolis, MN

1d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

At RS EDEN, our mission is to create thriving, just communities where healing occurs, and new beginnings are possible. Our values are Compassion, Innovation, Community, Hope, Respect and Inclusion, Accountability and Integrity, and Safety. We are searching for a Peer Recovery Specialist to support clients by offering outreach, encouragement, and support. The Peer Recovery Specialist will cultivate and secure a connection with individuals, while teaching personal responsibility and serving as a mentor and role model.

Requirements

Completion of recovery coach training program offered by the MCB (training provided).
1+ years of experience providing support services in a behavioral health / chemical health setting.
Current and valid driver's license, and a clean driving record.
RS EDEN requires all new hire candidates for this position to successfully undergo and pass a criminal history background check, and driver record screen (DMV check).

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience working with individuals recovering from addictions.
Ability to connect with, engage, and empathize with people from diverse backgrounds with multiple challenges.

Responsibilities

Empower clients by helping them identify and remove barriers to their recovery.
Connect clients to resources and organizations to help foster and sustain long‐term recovery.
Meet with clients on a regular basis to discuss routine recovery issues from a peer perspective.
Provide direct assistance in the form of transportation, filling out forms or making phone calls, and accompanying clients to appointments.
Assist in finding necessary community services to meet basic needs.
Interface with family members or other involved parties for the purpose of maintaining or enhancing a person’s functioning and recovery.
Provide education about self-help groups and sponsorship and assist clients in finding recovery support meetings that accommodate schedules, child care, etc.
Role model behavior that is consistent with and supportive to people in recovery from chemical dependency, such behavior will include upholding ethical standards of the program and reliable attendance.