Peer Recovery Specialist- Crisis Response Services (Mansfield, CT)

Peer Recovery Specialist- Crisis Response Services (CRS)-Mansfield, CT

Description:

United Services has an exciting opportunity for a Peer Recovery Specialist for the CRS Program. The right candidate will be part of a collaborative team, coordinating care with providers and case managers to meet individuals where they are and enhance their recovery and wellness. The Peer Recovery Specialist will bring the peer perspective and experience to support and inspire others to achieve person-driven and self-defined achievable goals. Critical functions of the job include assisting in follow-up with medical care, promoting involvement with wellness and health promotion activities, including self-help, and modeling successful recovery strategies.

Location: 140 North Frontage Road, Mansfield, CT 06250

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Minimum Requirements: Associates Degree or High School Diploma/equivalent plus two years relevant experience required.

Certification: Must have a Certified Peer Support and Recovery Professional Credential (CPSRP) upon hire or be able to obtain this within one year of employment.

If you do not have the Certified Peer Support and Recovery Professional Credential you will need to be certified as a Recovery Support Specialist and Recovery Coach through Advocacy Unlimited (AU) or Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR) or Hartford Healthcare (HHC) or from a DMHAS Approved Training Organization.

United Services will provide the opportunity to obtain this certification while employed.

Reliable transportation and ability to transport clients in own car is a must. Mileage reimbursement is provided.

Hourly Pay Range: $17.27 - $19.54 (depending on experience)

Bilingual Spanish/English fluency: $18.14 - $20.53 (depending on experience)

Benefits Package:

• Generous medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families
• Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 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 Funding Opportunities
• 403(b) Retirement Plan (tax-deferred) with employer contribution and matching after one year of employment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage Reimbursement
• United Services is a designated employer for the National Health Service Corps loan repayment and scholarship programs

Benefits will be prorated for eligible part-time positions.

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.

United Services Inc. - Join Our Team!

Changing the world for the better starts with helping those around you. When you join our team at United Services, you are able to spend your workdays saving and improving lives in Northeastern Connecticut. We have meaningful career opportunities available for all levels of education, from high school graduates to those with master's degrees, and we welcome new graduates to apply. Whether you are looking for full-time, part-time, or per diem work, we may have a position open for you.

Apply now! For more information, please visit www.unitedservicesct.org/careers

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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.27 - $19.54 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Would you be open to being considered for all positions of employment?
• Are you interested in full-time, part-time, or per diem positions?
• What is the maximum commute time you would be comfortable with to and from work?
• Can you confirm that you meet the minimum education qualifications for this position?
• Are you willing to comply with the annual flu vaccine requirement?
• Do you currently have a Recovery Support Specialist or Recovery Coach from a DMHAS Approved Training Organization? We accept certifications through Advocacy Unlimited (AU) Hartford Healthcare-Recovery Leadership Academy (HHC-RLA) or Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR).

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $20