CERTIFIED RECOVERY PEER SPECIALIST TRAINING INSTRUCTOR- SANDERSON, FL

About the role

Gateway Foundation, Inc., a national non-profit established in 1968, is dedicated to providing essential tools and knowledge for recovery from substance use and mental health disorders. The organization operates through its Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, focusing on delivering high-quality clinical services and maintaining high standards.

Why join us?

Join our team to make a meaningful impact. Gateway is recognized as a leader in evidence-based treatment, committed to serving underserved populations and fostering a culture of teamwork and professional growth. We value our employees and strive to be an employer of choice.

We are honored to offer behavioral healthcare services in Corrections

Our team offers opportunities to positively impact marginalized populations, work with diverse patient demographics, and drive change in healthcare settings.

Location: Sanderson, FL

Certified Recovery Peer Specialist Training Specialist responsibilities:

- Develop and deliver training programs for peer specialists, covering domains such as Recovery Support, Advocacy, Mentoring, and Professional Responsibilities. - Create and update training materials, ensuring alignment with best practices and evidence-based approaches. - Assist CRPS applicants in understanding certification requirements and endorsements. Verify and evaluate CRPS applications, ensuring compliance with educational, training, and experience criteria. Coordinate with certification specialists to process multiple endorsements for qualified applicants. - Conduct regular supervision sessions with peer specialists to review their performance, address challenges, and provide ongoing support. - Monitor adherence to ethical standards, professional boundaries, and confidentiality. Promote continuous improvement and professional growth among peer specialists. - Foster partnerships with correctional facilities, community organizations, and other stakeholders. - Participate in interdisciplinary teams to enhance integrated care for justice-involved individuals. Attend relevant conferences, workshops, and meetings to stay informed about industry needs. - Maintain accurate records of training sessions, certifications, and endorsements. Prepare reports on CRPS workforce development and outcomes. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. - Model peer support principles and recovery-oriented practices. - Advocate for the inclusion of CRPS professionals in correctional settings. Collaborate with CRPS staff to enhance peer-led initiatives within the corrections system.

Job Requirements:

Education / experience / certifications / licensure must meet contractual requirements. - Certification as a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (CRPS) by the Florida Certification Board preferred. - Valid local driver’s license, insurance, and good driving record. - Ability to pass a Level 2 background check in the state of Florida.

Physical Requirements:

- Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with peers. - Ability to record, proofread, and check documents and files for accuracy, to prepare and analyze data and figures, transcribe, read. - Ability to communicate with others and speak to groups or individuals in order to gather and present information. - Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data. - Ability to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises. - Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and remain alert to traffic conditions and to identify and comply with traffic signals and signs.

Benefits at Gateway Foundation:

- Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents; employee wellness program; employee assistance programs. - Financial Wellbeing: 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match; short-term and long-term disability and life and AD&D insurance; flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care; Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). - Flexibility and Time Off: 18 paid time off days per year; 9 paid company holidays; work-life balance. - Personal Development: Training & Development Programs; tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year; eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU’s and job-related training; clinical supervision: formal and informal guidance.

Gateway Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.