Certified Recovery Specialist

Description

DESCRIPTION

REQUIRED Active certification as a Recovery Specialist and/or Peer Specialists

The Certified Recovery Specialist will serve as a role model, mentor, advocate and motivator to our recovering clients in order to assist in Identifying relapse triggers, preventing relapse and promoting long-term recovery. The Certified Recovery Specialist must demonstrate the ability to share personal recovery experiences and develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships while maintaining professional/ethical boundaries.

The Certified Recovery Specialist will be responsible for providing specialized support and will work as a liaison between the clients, clinical staff, and ancillary supports as directed by the Clinical Director of the agency.


Duties specific to the position are:

Provide screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment and/or other applicable community resources and services.

• Identify emergency and/or crisis situations and facilitate access to appropriate resources.
• Assist the client in identifying and prioritizing strengths/needs by utilizing various techniques that engage clients and promote self-disclosure.
• Assist in the development and enhancement of clients comprehensive individualized recovery plan, recognizing many pathways to recovery, accessing and advocating for recovery/community resources that support client goals and interests.
• Provide supportive (peer-based) coaching and encouragement to clients contemplating or actively seeking help with treatment and recovery.
• Document each service-related contact in case notes according to program standards.
• Provide outreach, engage, and educate the client, family, and community about the recovery process and recovery resources.
• Assist counseling staff with identifying client discharge options and discharge planning to include continuing care placement, and other community-based services.
• Develop relationships with community groups/agencies in partnership with others in the agency.
• Engage in continuing professional development.
• Adherence to the PCB codes of ethics, standards of practice.
• Participate in weekly clinical team meetings.

• Comply with all HIPAA Requirements - maintain current understanding of federal, state and local confidentiality rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by Clinical Director.
• Must have basic computer literacy skills, ability to type, use fax machine, telephone system, and video equipment.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

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Requirements

Job Requirement

Minimum qualifications: high school diploma or equivalent, Active certification as a Recovery Specialist and/or Peer Specialists, A valid driver's license and vehicle, working knowledge of recovery principles and/or other pathways to recovery. Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to meet written/communication requirements.