Recovery Counselor

COMHAR INC•Philadelphia, PA

9d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Recovery Counselor to join our growing team. In this role, the Recovery Counselor provides recovery-oriented counseling and skill-building support to individuals with mental health and/or co-occurring substance use challenges, while maintaining accurate and timely documentation in accordance with program and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is reliable, organized, and person-centered, with strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, recovery-focused treatment environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED with 2-year experience in human services which 1 year of mental health direct care service.
Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certificate and 1 additional year paid or volunteer work experience in mental health direct service.
Associate’s or Bachelor's degree with 1-year of experience in mental health direct service.
Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certificate is required.
Lived experience in recovery from substance use and/or mental health challenges
Experience working in mental health, substance use, or community-based programs
Knowledge of recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care
Prior experience in peer support, recovery services, or behavioral health

Nice To Haves

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, with strong reading and writing skills, is preferred not required

Responsibilities

Engage and support individuals receiving mental health and/or co-occurring disorder services using recovery-oriented, person-centered practices
Assist individuals in directing their own recovery process through education, coaching, and skill development
Assess individuals’ strengths, abilities, needs, and assets to support the development of individualized recovery plans
Support individuals in identifying personal goals and interests using motivational interviewing techniques
Provide individual and group coaching, counseling, mentoring, and skills training, including independent living skills (e.g., money management, hygiene, meal preparation, transportation use)
Educate individuals on evidence-based recovery practices, including Illness Management and Recovery, co-occurring disorders, supported employment, and family psychoeducation
Educate individuals on Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP), relapse prevention, and coping strategies to reduce the need for restrictive services
Provide education and linkage to self-help, mutual support, and peer-based recovery resources
Collaborate with Certified Peer Specialists and multidisciplinary team members to promote peer support and recovery-oriented services
Support community integration by assisting individuals in accessing educational, social, recreational, spiritual, and peer-based activities
Provide off-site coaching and support during community appointments and activities as needed
Assist individuals in accessing and maintaining stable housing and reasonable accommodations
Engage families, friends, and significant others to strengthen healthy relationships and natural support networks
Advocate on behalf of individuals to obtain and maintain housing, healthcare benefits, employment, and entitlements
Identify barriers to recovery and develop strategies to overcome them
Promote awareness of mental health, HIV, and co-occurring disorders while addressing stigma and misconceptions
Actively participate in team meetings and contribute to collaborative care planning
Maintain ongoing contact with individuals who are absent, disengaged, transitioning from services, or experiencing crisis situations
Stay connected with program graduates and alumni to encourage mentoring and ongoing recovery
Complete required trainings, participate in supervision, maintain timely and accurate documentation, and provide 24/7 on-call emergency beeper coverage on a rotating basis