Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

Renew360&degree; is a detoxification and residential substance use disorder treatment facility in Toms River, New Jersey, dedicated to helping individuals begin their journey to lasting recovery. We provide compassionate, evidence-based care that focuses on healing the mind, body, and spirit, recognizing that recovery is a personal journey and that every pathway deserves respect and support.

Our multidisciplinary team of licensed counselors, medical professionals, and addiction specialists works collaboratively to deliver high-quality, individualized care that improves lives. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of a team that values compassion, integrity, collaboration, and excellence, we'd love to have you join us as we empower individuals, foster hope, and create opportunities for lasting change.

The Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) provides recovery-oriented support services to individuals receiving treatment for substance use disorders at Renew360&degree;.  The Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) serves as a positive role model, assists clients in navigating treatment and recovery resources, promotes engagement in services, and supports the clinical team in delivering person-centered treatment. The role combines direct client support, recovery coaching, and case management assistance.  

Full-Time; approximately 40 hours per week. 

Recovery Support Services

·         Provide peer-based and recovery-oriented support to individuals throughout the treatment process. 

·         Assist clients in identifying recovery goals and developing individualized recovery plans. 

·         Encourage participation in treatment activities, support groups, and recovery-oriented services. 

·         Promote hope, empowerment, self-advocacy, and personal responsibility. 

·         Support clients in accessing community resources, housing, employment, education, transportation, and healthcare services. 

·         Provide educational groups to clients as designated by the Executive Director, and the Clinical Director managing the organizational schedule. 

Client Engagement

·         Build supportive and professional relationships with clients. 

·         Assist with client orientation to treatment programs and facility expectations. 

·         Conduct regular check-ins with assigned clients to support engagement and retention. 

·         Facilitate recovery-focused activities and educational groups as appropriate. 

·         Encourage participation in discharge planning and continuing care services. 

·         Facilitates and coordinates family visits.

·         Support client transportation and community linkage activities when appropriate. 

Professional Development

·         Participate in clinical supervision and training activities required for credentialing 

·         Develop competencies in peer support services, motivational interviewing, ethics,and all other areas concerning peer support services. 

·         Complete continuing educational requirements and recertification as defined by The CPRS credential, overseen by the Addiction Professionals Certification Board (APCBNJ), 

·         Demonstrate commitment to professional growth and lifelong learning. 

Program Support

·         Assist with admissions, orientation, and discharge processes. 

·         Support recreational, educational, and wellness activities. 

·         Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program development activities. 

·         Help maintain a safe, supportive, and recovery-oriented treatment environment. 

·         Through identified and approved transportation sources, escort clients to community self-help group meetings and activities.

·         Assist in the maintenance of the client’s outdoor recovery space.

Education

·         High school diploma or GED required. 

·         Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Public Health, or related field preferred. 

Credentialing

·         Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS), Certified Recovery Support Practitioner (CRSP), or equivalent credential preferred. 

Experience

·         Experience working with individuals affected by substance use disorders preferred. 

·         Lived recovery experience may be considered a valuable qualification when consistent with program needs and organizational policy. 

·         Experience in behavioral health, human services, healthcare, or social services preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

·         Understanding of substance use disorders and recovery principles. 

·         Knowledge of community recovery resources and support systems. 

·         Ability to establish professional boundaries and maintain confidentiality. 

·         Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

·         Ability to work effectively with diverse populations. 

·         Basic documentation and computer skills. 

·         Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team. 

·         Commitment to ethical and recovery-oriented practice. 

Physical Requirements

·         Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout the facility. 

·         Ability to participate in community-based activities and client support services. 

·         Ability to respond appropriately during client emergencies. 

Performance Expectations

·         Demonstrate professionalism and ethical conduct. 

·         Maintain accurate and timely documentation. 

·         Promote client engagement and treatment retention. 

·         Participate in required supervision and training activities. 

·         Contribute positively to a recovery-oriented treatment environment. 

·         Progress toward addiction counseling certification or licensure goals. 

Career Development Pathway

This position is intended to support professional advancement within the addiction treatment field and may lead to positions such as:

·         Case Manager 

·         Clinical Coordinator