Peer Recovery Specialist

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Seeking: Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

Full-Time Hours: Monday - Friday 5 AM - 1:30 PM

Our Benefits

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• STAR LRP Student Loan Forgiveness
• Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry
  
  

Our Team

Roanoke Comprehensive Treatment Center, located in Roanoke, VA, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our mission is to provide full-circle care that includes a blend of therapies and the use of safe and effective medications. Our team is the front line of our fight against the opiate epidemic.

Your Job as a Peer Recovery Specialist

Peer Recovery Specialist supports and assist patients in their recovery from Opioid Use Disorder to break down barriers to treatment and bridge together the varying entities that help an individual maintain productive, long-term recovery. Additionally, the Peer Recovery Specialist will assist the patient in developing skills and enhancing strengths to avoid relapse and successfully navigate the full continuum of care and the road to long-term recovery.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides peer support to clinically complex patients, drawing on common experiences as a peer; validates each individuals' experiences and provides guidance and encouragement to these individuals to take responsibility and actively participate in their own recovery
• Engages patients referred to treatment at the initial point of contact, clinic or other community provider, to expedite screening for the appropriate level of care.
• Acts as advocate and mentor to patients in recovery to promote decision making, empowerment and engagement
• Acts as a role model for patients by sharing effective coping techniques and self-help strategies to promote personal growth and development in handling internal and external stressors, positive health, wellness and lifestyle choices
• Provides peer support knowledge related to treatment including methadone, buprenorphine or extended-release naltrexone injection maintenance treatment.
• Acts as a liaison between patients, clinical team and community resources including but not limited to:
• Assisting patients in seeking and receiving services to meet their individual social needs and provides support to facilitate patient success to maintain recovery
• Assisting in the process of acquiring housing, necessities and skills needed to maintain daily and monthly household responsibilities and independent living
• Assisting patients in establishing a relationship with a primary care provider or additional medical care in a coordinated/team approach
• Serving as linkage between patients and employers in the area to assist patients in obtaining and maintaining gainful employment
• Assisting patients with acquiring and developing life and social skills, education and other needs identified by the individual to promote quality of life after recovery
• Serves as consultants and subject matter experts in MAT and patient participation in community support groups such as Narcotics Anonymous and Celebrate Recovery.
• Updates healthcare team on a regular basis as to the patient's status, including, but not limited to changes in mood or functioning, medical issues and all crisis and health and safety issues
• Documents all "no shows," and communicates all difficulties contacting patients with appropriate office staff
• Documents services provided regularly, concisely, and completely in accordance with clinical standards and policy guidelines
• Attends all office trainings as well as regular clinical supervision sessions with assigned supervisor
• Preforms other duties as assigned
  
  

Required Education & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; college degree preferred
• No previous work experience in field required.
• Prefer direct experience in substance use disorder (SUD) through personal life experiences, instruction/internships, or similar practicum through education or certification process.
  
  

Licenses/Certifications

• Peer Recovery Specialist Certification in Virginia
  
  

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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