PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST - MONMOUTH AREA
Preferred Behavioral Health Group is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization and the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey. Named one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for 2024 and 2025 by NJBIZ, our mission is to change lives and save lives across the state through a Trauma Informed Care culture.
About the Role
Peer Recovery Support Specialists (PRSS) work with DCP&P involved parents and caretakers who live with substance use disorders. PRSS assist clients in formulating and meeting goals related to recovery and wellness. PRSS meet with clients out in the community and help them access resources including 12-step mutual support meetings, food pantries, diaper banks, and social services.
Program: CPSAI
Location: Monmouth County DCP&P Office, 630 Bangs Ave, Asbury Park, New Jersey
Position Type: Full Time
Essential Job Functions
- Driving clients in agency vehicle
- Building knowledge of and connections with local resources
- Maintaining a regular meeting schedule with clients in the community
- Serving as a sober advocate for clients
- Developing and working towards client-identified recovery goals
Competencies
- Demonstrates an empathetic and non-judgmental stance to recovery
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Strong sense of professional boundaries
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency; Bachelor's Degree is preferred
- Communication Skills: written and verbal
- Basic computer skills
- Valid Driver's License
- Must be 21 years of age
- Knowledge of addictions preferred
- At least 2 continuous years of sustained recovery
- Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check
Required Training
The Department of Children and Families approved Peer Recovery Support Service training including Ethics and Division of Child Protection and Permanency. Additional trainings may include: Domestic Violence (DV), Sexual Assault, Human Trafficking, Psychological First Aid, and all agency-specific trainings.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
- Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance
- Staff Training and Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Bonus program
Pay
Starting Salary $37,500.00
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