What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Peer Recovery Specialist position at Rockbridge Area Community Services?
Location: 241 Greenhouse Road, Lexington, VA
Employer: Rockbridge Area Community Services (RACS)
ROCKBRIDGE AREA COMMUNITY SERVICES RACS is currently seeking a motivated, qualified individual to work in our coverage area of Rockbridge and Bath County, and the Cities of Lexington and Buena Vista. RACS will provide training, supervision, and education opportunities specific to the position.
Why Join RACS?
Rockbridge Area Community Services strives to impact our local community through innovative behavioral health, substance use and developmental services. Utilizing exceptionally qualified staff from diverse backgrounds we strive to enhance lives and promote whole health wellness through a vast array of supportive services! We have been providing services throughout Rockbridge and Bath counties and the cities of Lexington and Buena Vista since 1982.
We offer a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Essential Work Performance Areas
Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.
Probationary Period: All persons that are newly hired, rehired, transferred, promoted, or demoted into a Rockbridge Area Community Services position must serve a new 6-month probationary period.
RACS is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities, and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. RACS values our Veterans and encourages all to apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.
All applicants are subject to a background investigation and drug screenings. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.
Employer: Rockbridge Area Community Services (RACS)
ROCKBRIDGE AREA COMMUNITY SERVICES RACS is currently seeking a motivated, qualified individual to work in our coverage area of Rockbridge and Bath County, and the Cities of Lexington and Buena Vista. RACS will provide training, supervision, and education opportunities specific to the position.
Why Join RACS?
Rockbridge Area Community Services strives to impact our local community through innovative behavioral health, substance use and developmental services. Utilizing exceptionally qualified staff from diverse backgrounds we strive to enhance lives and promote whole health wellness through a vast array of supportive services! We have been providing services throughout Rockbridge and Bath counties and the cities of Lexington and Buena Vista since 1982.
We offer a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Competitive Pay
- State Retirement Plan
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Telework Options
- Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Essential Work Performance Areas
- Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrates ability to problem solve and address routine issues.
- Works well as part of a team, e.g. respects others' opinions, shares workload as appropriate, and demonstrates flexibility.
- Projects positive attitude toward clients, staff, and other agencies; treats clients, staff, and other agencies in a caring and respectful fashion; mindful of individual, cultural and ethnic differences.
- Maintains appropriate professional boundaries (e.g., with clients, other staff, agencies, etc.).
- Sets appropriate priorities, plans work systematically, uses time wisely.
- Enthusiastic, motivated, takes initiative.
- Actively participates in supervision; utilizes supervision appropriately; is responsive to constructive feedback; consults with supervisor as necessary when crises or situations beyond the norm arise.
- Demonstrates openness and willingness to change; initiates change when necessary; encourages others to accept change.
Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.
Probationary Period: All persons that are newly hired, rehired, transferred, promoted, or demoted into a Rockbridge Area Community Services position must serve a new 6-month probationary period.
RACS is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities, and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. RACS values our Veterans and encourages all to apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.
All applicants are subject to a background investigation and drug screenings. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.
