Peer Recovery Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

BCCS is Seeking a Global Peer Recovery Specialist for our Hep C Program!

Join BCCS in helping eliminate Hepatitis C in Delaware

Brandywine Counseling & Community Services (BCCS) is seeking a Peer Recovery Specialist to support our Hep C Elimination Program. This role is ideal for someone passionate about recovery, community outreach, and helping individuals overcome barriers to care.

Who are We:

Since 1985, Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc. (BCCS) has been a trusted provider of outstanding substance abuse and behavioral health treatment. BCCS is a community organization that prides itself on helping members of our community recover with dignity. We enhance the quality of life by creatively providing Education, Advocacy, Prevention, Early Intervention, and Treatment Services. We promote hope and empowerment to persons and families touched by mental illness, substance abuse, HIV and multiple occurring diagnoses, and their related challenges.

What You'll Do with Us as a Peer Recovery Specialist:

• Re-engage individuals who have fallen out of care and support their return to treatment and recovery services.
• Maintain an active outreach and engagement caseload.
• Serve as a liaison between clients and clinical staff.
• Facilitate non-clinical life skills and wellness groups.
• Conduct community presentations and prevention education.
• Build partnerships with referral sources and community organizations.
• Provide discharge follow-up and aftercare support.
• Travel statewide to support screenings and outreach events.

Qualifications:

• REQUIRED : High school diploma or GED
• REQUIRED : Valid driver's license with 2 points or less
• REQUIRED : Must Have Own Vehicle Available for Use - Statewide Travel Required
• REQUIRED : Must identify as a peer: BCCS employs a diverse workforce, and we especially encourage applications from those who are in recovery. This position requires that the candidate chosen for it is a peer. BCCS defines a peer as anyone who is in recovery from addiction to drugs, alcohol, or mental health.
• REQUIRED : Minimum of 2 years’ in recovery
• REQUIRED : 1 – 3 years' experience working with people in recovery
• PREFERRED : Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS). If you are not certified, certification is required within the first year of employment.

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday
• 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Pay:

• Starting at $18/hour
• Commensurate based on experience, education, and certification!

The compensation package for this position includes:

• Group medical, dental and vision coverage with low employee costs
• 34 paid days off annually
• Tuition reimbursement
• A retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%!
• Brandywine Counseling is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Opportunity for advancement