What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Recovery Specialist position at Devcare solution?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Recovery Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about helping individuals on their journey to recovery from addiction and mental health challenges.
Duties
- Provide crisis intervention and support to individuals in recovery
- Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to empower clients
- Offer mentoring and guidance to individuals navigating the recovery process
- Conduct addiction counseling and mental health counseling sessions
- Implement behavioral health strategies to support clients' well-being
- Collaborate with social work professionals and other support systems to enhance the recovery process
Qualifications
- Experience in crisis management and crisis intervention
- Proficiency in motivational interviewing techniques
- Background in social work, mental health counseling, or related field
- Knowledge of addiction counseling principles
- Strong understanding of behavioral health practices
- Ability to mentor individuals in recovery
- Familiarity with support systems for individuals facing addiction and mental health challenges
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $29.00 - $33.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to Commute:
- Newport, TN 37821 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Newport, TN 37821: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $29 - $33
