Certified Peer Recovery Specialist - Toledo, United States - Team Recovery Ohio LLC

Description

Job Description

Part-Time or Full-Time/Hourly

$20 - $25.00/Hour (based on experience)

Team Recovery Ohio, LLC, the fastest growing organization providing treatment for substance use and mental health disorders in Northwest Ohio, is seeking a Part-Time/Full-Time Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) Qualified applicants must be motivated, compassionate and energetic, with the ability to adapt and problem-solve potential issues.

The Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) is responsible for providing milieu management as well as providing valuable support, mentorship, and advocacy to individuals in recovery from substance use disorders or mental health challenges. Your role will involve building trusting relationships, assisting clients in developing and sustaining their recovery goals, and promoting overall wellness and community integration. The CPRS will help clients increase their knowledge and skills through developing peer relationships that support and promote recovery, resiliency and wellness

The CPRS will work alongside the Clinical treatment team to ensure life skills improvement and long-term sobriety for clients with behavioral health and substance use disorder diagnoses.

The Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) position requires experience in behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment. This position will require driving company vehicle(s), including multi-passenger vans to transport clients and providing services at the treatment center and in the community (recovery housing).

Job Functions/Duties:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Peer Support and Mentoring:

• Offer one-on-one peer support and counseling to individuals in their recovery journey.
• Utilize personal lived experience to provide empathy, understanding, and hope to clients.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor by sharing personal recovery experiences and strategies.

Recovery Planning and Implementation:

• Collaborate with clients to create individualized recovery plans that address their unique needs and goals.
• Provide guidance and resources to support clients in implementing their recovery plans.
• Encourage the use of evidence-based practices and strategies to promote sustained recovery.

Advocacy and Connection to Resources:

• Advocate for clients' rights and needs within the healthcare system, legal system, and community.
• Facilitate access to community resources, such as housing, employment, education, and healthcare services.
• Help clients navigate the complex healthcare and social service systems to ensure continuity of care.

Peer-led Support Groups and Workshops:

• Organize and facilitate peer-led support groups and workshops to foster a sense of community and belonging.
• Develop and deliver educational presentations and workshops on topics related to addiction and recovery.
• Coordinate with other agencies and organizations to expand access to support groups and educational opportunities.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and timely records of client interactions, progress, and outcomes.
• Adhere to policies and procedures regarding client confidentiality and data privacy.
• Provide regular reports on program activities and outcomes to supervisors and stakeholders.

General Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for clients and staff.
• Driving company vehicle(s), including multi-passenger vans to transport clients and providing services at the treatment center and in the community (recovery housing).

Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge and experience in coordinating client care and assisting clients with behavioral health disorders and substance use disorders, including Medication-Assisted Treatments.
• Must possess the ability to educate clients and the community on health issues and promote overall wellness.
• Must possess conflict management and crisis intervention experience and skills, as well as possess the ability to effectively apply problem-solving skills while providing real time solutions.
• Must possess interpersonal and interprofessional collaboration and leadership skills.
• Must possess excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize, meet deadlines, and communicate challenges effectively.
• Must possess a compassionate, relationship-based, and trauma-informed approach.
• Must possess high ethical standards, and the ability to apply discretion and trust with confidential material and situations.
• Knowledge of Google Workplace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, Gmail, Chat, Spaces, Keep, Tasks, Calendar, and Meet).

Requirements:

• Valid Driver's License and insurance with clean driving record (required).
• Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen (required).
• Familiarity with community resources, support services, and evidence-based practices related to recovery.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care principles and practices.
• Minimum of one (1) years of experience in behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment is preferred (not required), or lived experience with substance use disorders or mental health challenges and stable personal recovery.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• Valid CPRS in state or practice (required).
• CDCA, QMHS, and/or CPI Certifications are preferred (not required).
• Valid First Aid/CPR, AED, BLS, and/or ALS Certifications (required).

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (3 plans available, including an HSA)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Ancillary Benefits (Hospital Indemnity, Accident Benefit Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Basic (Employer Paid) and Supplemental Life Insurance
• 401k plan with Employer Match
• Up to 2 weeks of PTO as well as 16 hours of Floating Holiday
• 6 Paid Holidays
• 90 day and Annual performance reviews which will assess your professional growth potential and possible advancement opportunities.
• Use of Fitness Center and Sauna

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Note:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.