Peer Recovery Trainee/Peer Recovery Specialist - Bridge
About The Position
The New River Valley Community Services Bridge team is seeking a full-time Peer Recovery Specialist and/or Pre-Certified Peer Recovery Trainee who would provide non-clinical, person-centered, wellness-focused support to engage clients in treatment and to promote use of the client's wellness recovery plan. The Peer Recovery position would share first-hand lived experiences with recovery to inspire hope, increase engagement in treatment and in their communities and support consumers in articulating personal goals for wellness, recovery resiliency and self-advocacy. The Peer Recovery position will function within the Office of Peer Supports and Recovery Supervisor, and Program Supervisor and will participate in Peer Support group supervision.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- Must have a mental health or substance use disorder that has impacted your life for two years or more, and must identify a year in recovery.
- Certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist or demonstrated work towards certification.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Social Assistance
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
