Certified Recovery Specialist (part time)

DESCRIPTION - THIS ROLE IS PART TIME - UP TO 29 HOURS WEEKLY

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.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Certified Recovery Specialist Credential (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person