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Certified Peer Specialist (CPS)
Bucks County PA Full-Time
Position Summary
Certified Recovery or Peer Specialists provide peer support services and advocacy to Persons in Recovery (PIR); sharing of coping skills and providing recovery information for residents of the Men’s Halfway House. The CRS/CPS performs a wide range of tasks to assist PIRs in regaining control over their own recovery process. This includes but is not limited to the development of natural supports, development of social interactions in the community and management of symptoms that challenge wellness in an individual. A commitment to the RHD values should be demonstrated as job duties are performed.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver peer recovery and support services such as education and advocacy, and foster engagement in the treatment process
Provide recovery support education for persons enrolled and family members. This may include but is not limited to:
- Self-help/mutual peer support groups,
- training and orientation of new enrollees, and
- Supporting person centered interventions for everyone served.
Complete required documentation of services in a timely manner according to agency policy.
As appropriate, may facilitate group sessions such as Life Skills, Recovery Support Groups, Community Meetings, Symptom and Coping skills
topics
Assist individuals with independent living preparation.
Maintain one’s own physical, mental, and emotional well-being so that the CRS/CPS can function appropriately in the job and can model healthy functioning to those we serve.
Complete recovery plans with program participants as warranted.
Life Skills Professionals duties as required according to program schedule to include conducting UDS/Breathalyzer, fellowship meeting transportation and appointment transportation and accompaniment.
Performs other tasks as assigned by leadership team, to support individuals’ recovery.
Qualifications
- Certified Recovery or Peer Specialist Certification
- HS Diploma/GED
- Two (2) years working with others in Recovery preferred
- Maintain 12 credit hours of additional training each year
- Valid driver's license is required
Why Join Us?
Purpose-driven work in a supportive team environment
Opportunities for professional growth and training
Make a real impact in re-entry and recovery
About Company:
RHD is part of Apis Services, Inc.
Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Imperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Imperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.
Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.
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