Peer - Recovery Support Specialist, PACE -7044-2-2
About The Position
PACE to Recovery Peer Navigator to provide recovery support services for individuals and families experiencing a behavioral health crisis (Substance Use Disorder and/or Mental Health), needed for coverage at PCS offices, local emergency dept., and possibly some home visits. Peer Recovery Specialists also provide non-clinical peer-to-peer activities to empower individuals to improve health, recovery, resiliency, and wellness. Must have ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with individuals, small groups, agency staff, and community partners. Familiarity with principles of recovery required, Certified PRS preferred. It is required to obtain and maintain Registration by the Board of Professions within in one year of hire. To be considered for this position, you must demonstrate a minimum of 1 year sustained personal recovery experience from a mental health and/or substance use disorder.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year sustained personal recovery experience from a mental health and/or substance use disorder.
- Familiarity with principles of recovery.
- Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with individuals, small groups, agency staff, and community partners.
- Willingness to consent to background checks, including checks for barrier crimes, and drug screening.
- Must obtain and maintain Registration by the Board of Professions within one year of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Certified PRS preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide recovery support services for individuals and families experiencing a behavioral health crisis (Substance Use Disorder and/or Mental Health).
- Provide coverage at PCS offices, local emergency departments, and possibly some home visits.
- Provide non-clinical peer-to-peer activities to empower individuals to improve health, recovery, resiliency, and wellness.
- Communicate respectfully and effectively with individuals, small groups, agency staff, and community partners.
Benefits
- Salary based on education and experience
- Outstanding Benefits Package
- Generous paid time off package including 14 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
- Additional training/certification opportunities
- Compensation for Licensure Incentives for LPC, LCSW, CSAC
- Employer contribution to Health Insurance
- Dental, Vision, Supplemental Insurance, and HSA / FSA options
- Wellness Program
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Community Engagement opportunities
- VRS VA Retirement with Employer Percentage Match
- Paid Life Insurance 2x Salary
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
