Community Support Specialist

Certified Peer Support Specialist Full-time (30 hours week)

We offer competitive salaries, a full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth. Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works. Our employees believe we are creating a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through comprehensive treatment. As the

Peer Support Specialist

, you are responsible for supporting others in recovery from substance use disorder; serving as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator to recovering individuals to help prevent relapse and promote long-term recovery; You will demonstrate an ability to share personal recovery experiences and develop appropriate and authentic peer-to-peer relationships. 25/per hour Company-sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities. ~ Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance. ~ Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.

High school diploma or equivalent. Peer Support Certification OR certification eligible within three (3) months. Personal Attestation of one year in recovery from substance use disorder. Ability to travel up to 50% locally as needed Associate or bachelor’s degree in one of the behavioral science disciplines from an accredited college or university. Peer Supporters support recovery by providing support, assistance, encouragement, advocation, and modeling behavior. Assist patients with building social skills that will empower and enhance integration opportunities and teach self-advocacy skills that support success within the community. Document in EMR, as necessary. Educate patients around the community and natural support, life skills, recovery related activities and how to utilize these in the recovery process. Arrange referrals to other agencies and resources in the community when Appropriate Provide goal-planning sessions, access to resources, care navigation, and one-to-one support to patients and their families where appropriate. Provides coaching and support to clients as challenges arise from everyday activities. Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, traits historically associated with race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), parental leave, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, non-merit based factors or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.