Certified Recovery Specialist - Bilingual

Certified Recovery Specialist - Bilingual #110370 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Position Type Full-Time Work Schedule Monday-Friday: 6:30 AM -3:00 PM Requirements A High School Diploma/GED Certified as a Recovery Specialist One (1) year experience working with persons in recovery (PIR) preferred In the last three (3) years maintained at least twelve (12) months of successful part-time paid or volunteer work experience or one (1) of post-secondary education experience totaling twenty-four (24) credit hours Candidates must be Bilingual (English/Spanish) Candidate must be available to work full-time, Monday-Friday: 6:30 AM -3:00 PM at our 4th Street location. Description We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Bilingual (English/Spanish) Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) to join our Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program located on 4th Street in Philadelphia, PA (19122). This position requires an active CRS certification and plays a vital role in supporting individuals throughout their recovery journey. The ideal candidate is committed to making a meaningful impact, thrives in a dynamic environment, and brings a client-centered, ethical approach to care while upholding the standards of the certification Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality recovery support services through both scheduled appointments and on-demand client interactions. Provide support for clients requiring higher levels of care, including assistance with reinstatement processes. Facilitate Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) groups on a consistent basis as assigned. Oversee and maintain the program’s Resource Room, ensuring it remains organized, accessible, and well-stocked. Support front desk and upper lobby operations, including coverage for early morning, evening, and weekend shifts as needed. Coordinate and maintain resource tables in the lobby, distribute educational materials, conduct surveys, and administer basic assessments. Skills & Qualifications Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with Supervisors, Counselors, and Case Managers regarding PIR needs, resource updates, and client care coordination. Possess the ability to engage, educate, and motivate resistant clients to participate in therapeutic services. Exhibit strong multitasking abilities and perform efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. Show adaptability and flexibility in responding to evolving program and client needs. Additional Responsibilities Perform other duties as assigned in support of program operations and organizational objectives. Earn $19.68 per hour. Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support. Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions. DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it! On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources. Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services. Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships. Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle. Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Merakey Company