Hybrid Certified Peer Recovery Specialist /Chemical Dependency Tech

Hybrid Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) / CD Tech

Fellowship Recovery LLC
Location: Minneapolis & St. Louis Park, MN
Job Type: Part-Time, Hourly
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Up to 29 hours per week
Starting Pay: $20.00/hour

Position Overview

Fellowship Recovery is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and recovery-focused Hybrid Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) / CD Tech to join our Clinical Services team.

This hybrid role combines peer recovery support with CD Tech responsibilities to help provide consistent client support, maintain a safe and structured treatment environment, and respond to the changing needs of our programming.

The ideal candidate has lived experience in recovery, strong professional boundaries, and a genuine desire to help individuals navigate early recovery and build long-term recovery capital.

Schedule & Availability Requirements

This position requires Monday through Friday availability.

Hours will vary based on programming, client needs, and organizational demand, with employees scheduled for up to 29 hours per week .

Candidates must be available to work each weekday, Monday through Friday , as scheduling may vary from day to day based on programming needs. While 29 hours are not guaranteed every week, employees must have the availability and flexibility to work up to the full 29 hours when programming requires it.

This position is best suited for someone who has consistent weekday availability and can flex their scheduled hours based on client and program needs.

Key Responsibilities

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

• Provide one-on-one peer recovery support using lived experience to build rapport, promote hope, and encourage recovery.
• Assist clients in identifying recovery goals and actionable next steps consistent with their treatment plans.
• Help clients navigate treatment services, community resources, sober housing, employment, education, and healthcare.
• Promote engagement in treatment and help clients overcome barriers to recovery.
• Model healthy boundaries, self-care, accountability, and positive communication.
• Collaborate with clinical staff and participate in team meetings.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation of peer support services.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Maintain ethical and professional standards established by the Minnesota Certification Board.
• Provide treatment coordination services when appropriately trained, qualified, and approved by Fellowship Recovery.

CD Tech / Program Support

• Conduct wellness checks and facility walk-throughs to support a safe and structured environment.
• Monitor client behavior and address concerns using trauma-informed, recovery-focused approaches.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and assist with de-escalation when needed.
• Encourage participation in daily programming and redirect behaviors that interfere with recovery goals.
• Provide support to clients experiencing distress or dysregulation while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Escort clients to internal appointments when assigned.
• Help new clients build rapport and transition into treatment.
• Support cleanliness and organization of shared spaces and completion of client chores.
• Identify and report safety or maintenance concerns.
• Communicate effectively with clinical staff and other team members to promote continuity of care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certified or eligible for certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist through the Minnesota Certification Board (MCB) or equivalent credentialing body.
• Minimum of one year of sustained recovery from substance use disorder with active involvement in a personal recovery program.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and proof of active automobile liability insurance.
• Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and ethical standards.
• Basic computer and documentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, cultural humility, and trauma-informed care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working or volunteering in peer support, substance use treatment, behavioral health, or human services.
• Familiarity with co-occurring disorders and recovery-oriented systems of care.
• Knowledge of community resources related to housing, employment, healthcare, and recovery.
• Training in trauma-informed care, harm reduction, or motivational interviewing.
• Bilingual or multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

• Starting pay of $20.00 per hour
• Paid orientation and training
• Regular clinical and peer supervision
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement for approved travel
• Sick and safe time accrual
• Supportive, recovery-oriented team environment

Important Scheduling Note

This is a part-time position with variable hours based on programming needs . Applicants should only apply if they are able to maintain Monday through Friday availability and can work additional scheduled hours, up to a maximum of 29 hours per week , when client census, programming, or organizational needs require additional coverage.

Please note this job description is not a comprehensive list of job duties, activities, tasks and responsibilities. This job description is a summary of the job's typical functions, not a complete list of all possible responsibilities. Fellowship Recovery may update or change the duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice. Fellowship Recovery retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Fellowship recovery employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

It is the policy of Fellowship Recovery to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.