Peer Recovery Specialist, 245G

Do you know, you have the power to change the course of someone’s life? Avivo employees do this every day, and we want you to join the team. At Avivo, our employees work with utter commitment to their clients, embracing the full person, believing in the dignity of all people.

Avivo Chemical Mental Health Division is made up of three service Areas; Community Chemical and Mental Health, Supportive Housing and 245G substance use disorder programs which provide a continuum of integrated services, including access, clinical treatment, care coordination and recovery support.  We provide services that are innovative, person centered, strength based, and outcome driven.  We strive for the highest quality of services using culturally responsive in a trauma informed environment.  

The Peer Recovery Specialist will be responsible for the provision of general recovery support for women and men participating in our single men/women intensive outpatient treatment program.  The Peer Recovery Specialist will assist with program support, connecting participants to recovery activities in the community, transportation of participants, helping participants get their basic needs met & navigation of the substance use service system, including help to increase access to substance use services.  This position works 32hrs a week.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Ensure high quality, mission-driven services and outcomes in a safe recovery environment. 

• Provide provision of general treatment support and recovery maintenance through Avivo’s Multicultural Recovery Coaching Initiative to African American, multiracial, and multicultural participants.  

• Demonstrate commitment to SAMSHA’s definition of recovery and recovery principles: “A process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential.” www.samhsa.gov 

• Actively participate in the division’s Trauma Informed Care Initiative and motivational interviewing.  Support and implement evidence-based practices related to specific program area. 

• Employ a holistic approach including promoting health and wellness activities with participants. 

• Provide transportation to participants including operation of Avivo van.  

Required: 

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.  

• Experience: Minimum 1-year experience working with individuals experiencing chemical dependency problems and/or mental health issues.  

• Certification: current credential from the Minnesota Certification Board, the Upper Midwest Indian Council on Addictive Disorders, or the National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors. An individual may also receive a credential from a tribal nation when providing peer recovery support services in a tribally licensed program. 

• Completion of Recovery Coach Training and certification as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) through the Minnesota Certification Board (MCB).  

• Minimum of one year freedom from alcohol and chemical abuse/ addiction 

• Experience with and/or commitment to working in a diverse, continuum of services in a fast-paced, growing organization. 

• Experience with and/or a demonstrated commitment to developing and delivering culturally responsive services. 

PREFERRED:

• Previous work experience in a behavioral health setting and/or residential treatment.  

• Work experience in a culturally diverse environment.  

• Experience with programs serving individuals with dual diagnoses. 

• Experience working in outpatient treatment. 

• Experience using Credible Electronic Health Record 

• Certification: First Aid/CPR desired.  If certification is not held at time of hire, training and certification must be obtained to remain in the position. 

BENEFITS:

• Medical health plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Nice Healthcare: offers chat, video visits and in home primary care visits
• Dental plan
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Basic Life/AD&D & Voluntary Life/AD&D
• Long term disability
• Option to purchase critical illness, accident insurance and short-term disability
• 401(k) Plan
• 10 Paid holidays & generous PTO

IN ADDITION:

• Mission driven culture that celebrates diversity
• Competitive pay, based on education & experience
• Mileage reimbursement

Avivo will begin participating in E-Verify effective July 1, 2025.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Avivo is an equal opportunity employer and will recruit, hire, promote and transfer qualified persons into all job classifications regardless of race, gender, religion, skin color, national origin or ancestry, physical disability (including pregnancy) or mental disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, veteran status, or genetic characteristics.

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