Community Recovery Specialist – Behavioral Health and Addiction - Philadelphia, PA, US
2 days ago
Job description
Community Recovery Specialist – Behavioral Health & Addiction Recovery (Per Diem)
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Department: Behavioral Health – Residential Recovery Program
Job Type: Per Diem
Work Setting: Fully Onsite
Schedule: Per Diem | Shifts available 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM, or 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Schedule Note
This is a per diem position. While hours are not guaranteed, staff in this role are typically scheduled on a consistent weekly basis depending on program census and coverage needs.
About Us
The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard, through our Miracles in Progress Residential Program, provides structured behavioral health and addiction recovery services for chronically homeless men in Philadelphia. Our mission is to deliver evidence-based, culturally responsive care that supports long-term recovery and wellness. Guided by our values of Choice, Hope, Integrity, Respect, and Professionalism, we help individuals rebuild their lives and communities.
Position Overview
We are seeking compassionate and motivated Community Recovery Specialists to join our residential recovery team on a per diem basis. This hands-on role provides supervision, peer support, and recovery-focused services to residents in treatment. Community Recovery Specialists play a vital role in supporting clients through relapse prevention, structured programming, and reintegration into the community.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide one-on-one peer support and engagement to residents in recovery
• Facilitate or co-facilitate recovery-focused groups and discussions
• Conduct room checks, safety rounds, and behavior monitoring
• Support vital signs monitoring, urine collection, and package inspection as needed
• Assist nursing and counseling staff with daily programming and client needs
• Transport clients to medical, legal, and community appointments
• Document observations and maintain accurate records in the Electronic Health Record
• Provide follow-up recovery support after treatment completion
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive therapeutic environment
Qualifications
• Minimum of 12 college credits in Behavioral Health, Human Services, or related field required
• At least one year of experience working with individuals in recovery required
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record required
• Strong de-escalation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Computer literacy and comfort with documentation systems
• Knowledge of 12 Step Recovery Models, AA, NA, motivational interviewing, and recovery management
• Certified Peer Specialist or Certified Recovery Specialist training preferred
• Bilingual English and Spanish strongly preferred
Why Join Us
• Opportunity for consistent weekly scheduling based on program needs
• Flexible per diem classification
• Mission-driven behavioral health organization
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity for professional growth within the behavioral health field
Pre Employment and Workplace Policy
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, including a physical examination, background check, verification of employment, and drug screening. The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is a Drug Free Workplace, and all employees are expected to comply with workplace policies and standards of conduct.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE M F D V. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
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