Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Position Summary

The Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) reports to the Program Director and builds trust with patients, aiding in their recovery journey. Utilizing various resources, the PRS helps patients regain independence and master their recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical support, mentoring, advocacy, and problem-solving.
• Educate patients and families on mental illness and addiction.
• Collect and report data as required.
• Assist patients in setting and achieving recovery goals.
• Support patients in joining and sustaining self-help groups.
• Utilize tools like WRAP for individual wellness plans.
• Teach problem-solving techniques in group settings.
• Support patients' vocational choices and job-related anxiety.
• Aid in social skills development and obtaining housing.
• Model effective coping techniques and self-help strategies.
• Advocate for recovery-based services.
• Help patients develop empowerment skills and combat stigma.
• Collaborate with treatment teams on recovery plans.
• Report work-related injuries, illnesses, or hazards immediately.
• Advocate that addiction is a brain disease.
• Demonstrate hope, respect, and care in all interactions.
• Work independently under pressure, handling multiple tasks.
• Make sound decisions on confidential issues.
• Manage stressful situations and seek guidance when needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in behavioral health.
• Peer Recovery or Peer Recovery Coach certification preferred.
• High School degree or equivalent.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Variable workload and periodic high activity levels.
• Adequate vision for reading correspondence and computer screens.
• Ability to sit for long periods, with some bending and stretching.
• Effective communication by phone or in person.
• Prolonged periods of keyboarding.