What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Recovery Specialist (part time) position at Genesis House?
DESCRIPTION - THIS ROLE IS PART TIME - UP TO 29 HOURS WEEKLY
REQUIRED Active certification as a Recovery Specialist and/or Peer Specialists
The Certified Recovery Specialist will serve as a role model, mentor, advocate and motivator to our recovering clients in order to assist in Identifying relapse triggers, preventing relapse and promoting long-term recovery. The Certified Recovery Specialist must demonstrate the ability to share personal recovery experiences and develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships while maintaining professional/ethical boundaries.
The Certified Recovery Specialist will be responsible for providing specialized support and will work as a liaison between the clients, clinical staff, and ancillary supports as directed by the Clinical Director of the agency.
Duties specific to the position are:
Provide screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment and/or other applicable community resources and services.
- Identify emergency and/or crisis situations and facilitate access to appropriate resources.
- Assist the client in identifying and prioritizing strengths/needs by utilizing various techniques that engage clients and promote self-disclosure.
- Assist in the development and enhancement of clients comprehensive individualized recovery plan, recognizing many pathways to recovery, accessing and advocating for recovery/community resources that support client goals and interests.
- Provide supportive (peer-based) coaching and encouragement to clients contemplating or actively seeking help with treatment and recovery.
- Document each service-related contact in case notes according to program standards.
- Provide outreach, engage, and educate the client, family, and community about the recovery process and recovery resources.
- Assist counseling staff with identifying client discharge options and discharge planning to include continuing care placement, and other community-based services.
- Develop relationships with community groups/agencies in partnership with others in the agency.
- Engage in continuing professional development.
- Adherence to the PCB codes of ethics, standards of practice.
- Participate in weekly clinical team meetings.
- Comply with all HIPAA Requirements - maintain current understanding of federal, state and local confidentiality rules and regulations.
- Other duties as assigned by Clinical Director.
- Must have basic computer literacy skills, ability to type, use fax machine, telephone system, and video equipment.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Certified Recovery Specialist Credential (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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