Peer Recovery Specialist - Addiction Recovery Services (Dayville, CT)

Peer Recovery Specialist- Addiction Recovery Services (Dayville, CT)

Description:

United Services, Inc. is seeking a full-time Peer Recovery Specialist to work in our Addiction Recovery Services Program. This position provides peer-based support to individuals seeking recovery from substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Drawing upon personal recovery experience and a person-centered approach, the Peer Recovery Specialist serves as a source of encouragement, advocacy, education, and support while helping individuals identify and achieve self-directed recovery goals.

Working collaboratively with prescribers, clinicians, and community partners, the Peer Recovery Specialist helps strengthen wraparound services, connects clients with community resources, and promotes wellness and recovery through coaching, outreach, and engagement activities.

Location: 1007 North Main Street, Dayville, CT 06277

Why Join Us:

United Services, Inc. is a leading nonprofit provider of behavioral health and social services in Northeastern Connecticut. With more than 30 programs, 12 locations, and over 200 dedicated professionals, we are committed to improving the lives of children, adults, and families through compassionate mental health care, prevention services, and community support.

What Sets Us Apart: At United Services, we believe in meeting people where they are. Our person-centered approach emphasizes partnership, respect, and individualized support. We are committed to empowering individuals while fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment for our staff.

What You Will Do:

• Provide peer support, mentoring and encouragement to individuals participating in Addiction Recovery Services.
• Use lived recovery experience to inspire hope and support self-directed recovery goals.
• Collaborate with clinicians, prescribers, and other treatment team members to support coordinated care.
• Assist clients in accessing community resources, support services, and recovery-oriented programs.
• Provide education related to substance use recovery, wellness, and health promotion.
• Conduct outreach and maintain relationships with community agencies and service providers.
• Support individuals in developing coping strategies, self-advocacy skills, and recovery plans

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., one weekly shift from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or an Associate’s Degree in a related field plus 4 years of direct service experience or High School Diploma/equivalent plus 6 years of relevant experience required.

*Certification: Certified as a Recovery Support Specialist or Recovery Coach through Advocacy Unlimited (AU) or Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR) or Hartford Healthcare (HHC) or from a DMHAS Approved Training Organization

*Must be able to obtain Peer Support and Recovery Specialist Recovery Specialist Certification within one year of employment.

Salary Range:

$19.00-$21.50 per hour (depending on experience)

Bilingual Spanish/English Fluency: $19.96 – $22.59 (depending on experience)

Benefit Package:

• Comprehensive benefit package for medical, dental and vision coverage for the employee and their family
• Life, AD & D, short-term and long-term disability insurance plans – 100% employer paid
• Four weeks of paid vacation
• 12 paid holidays
• Paid Sick time
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement
• Professional Development Funds
• 403B Thrift Plan (tax-deferred) with employer contribution and match after one year
• Employee Assistant Program
• Mileage Reimbursement
• United Services is an approved site for the National Health Services Corps loan repayment and scholarship programs

*Benefits will be pro-rated for eligible part-time positions

Job Location: Because our clients rely on face-to-face supports, this position requires employees to be fully present in the office.

Important Employment Requirement:

All employees of United Services, Inc. are required to receive the influenza (flu) vaccine each year, unless a medical exemption has been submitted and approved by our Medical Director.

Join Our Team and Help Create Healthy Communities!

With more than 30 programs, 12 service locations, and a team of over 200 caring professionals, we’re proud to continue our mission of Creating Healthy Communities. Our diverse staff includes psychiatrists, clinicians, APRNs, social workers, prevention specialists, case managers, advocates, and a strong team of administrative and support professionals — all working together to make a meaningful difference.

Our offices are located in small-town and rural settings throughout Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner,” within easy commuting distance of New London, CT; Worcester, MA; and Providence, RI. Main offices are in Mansfield Center, Dayville, and Wauregan.

If you’re passionate about helping others and want to be part of a supportive, mission-driven organization where your work truly matters, we’d love to hear from you!

Learn more about career opportunities at www.unitedservicesct.org/careers
Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/UnitedServicesCT
Or send your resume to United Services, Inc., 1007 North Main Street, Dayville, CT 06241

United Services is an Affirmative Action Employer EEO/M/F/D/V

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.50 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to comply with the annual flu vaccine requirement?
• Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree or an Associate’s Degree in a related field plus 4 years of direct service experience or High School Diploma/equivalent plus 6 years of relevant experience required.
• What is the maximum commute time you would be comfortable with to and from work?
• Are you interested in full-time, part-time, or per diem positions?
• Would you be open to being considered for all positions of employment?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $22