What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Recovery Specialist - Philadelphia (Kensington), PA position at Treatment Centers Hold Co, LLC?
Crossroads Treatment Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Since 2005, Crossroads has been at the forefront of treating patients with opioid use disorder. Crossroads is a family of professionals dedicated to providing the most accessible, highest quality, evidence-based medication assisted treatment (MAT) options to combat the growing opioid epidemic and helping people with opioid use disorder start their path to recovery. This comprehensive approach to treatment, the gold standard in care for opioid use disorder, has been shown to prevent more deaths from overdose and lead to long-term recovery. We are committed to bringing critical services to communities across the U.S. to improve access to treatment for over 26,500 patients. Our clinics are all outpatient and office-based, with clinics in Georgia, Kentucky, New Jersey, North and South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and patients.
Day in the Life of a Peer Recovery Specialist
Under the clinical supervision of a Supervising Counselor, the CPRS assists in developing and monitoring a recovery plan in collaboration with their patients
Teaches, role models, coaches how to use resources and navigate the mental health and/or substance use disorder systems.
Teaches, supports, coaches the acquisition and exercise of skills needed for management of symptoms.
Encourages appropriate use of medication; holds patients accountable for their actions; teaches, models monitoring symptoms and/or medication reactions, effective communication with doctors and therapists.
Teaches, models, coaches skills and attributes needed to attain and maintain employment and housing.
Other duties as assigned by Program Supervisor or designee.
Education and Experience requirements:
A Certified Peer Recovery Specialist must be at least eighteen (18) years of age or older;
have a high school diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED);
have current or past mental illness, substance abuse, or co-occurring disorder; self-identify as a person who is in recovery from mental illness, substance abuse, or co-occurring disorder as part of his or her personal recovery process;
have demonstrated self-directed recovery for a minimum of 24 consecutive months;
have successfully completed the state’s Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training
have successfully demonstrated competency through testing and evaluation as required by the state Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training; completion of 75 hours of supervision preferred but not required upon hire.
Hours, Schedule, and Travel (if applicable)
Our Peer Recovery Specialists enjoys an early morning schedule with early afternoon out times. It is expected that Peer Recovery Specialists have flexibility to support on weekends and if applicable, evenings. Expected hours for this role are 37-40 hours per week.
Local Travel is required to Kensington and Girard St. A mileage reimbursement is provided for your travel.
Hybrid position after training is complete.
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Position Benefits
Have a daily impact on many lives.
Excellent training if you are new to this field.
Mileage reimbursement (if applicable) Crossroads matches the current IRS mileage reimbursement rate.
Community events that promotes belonging and education. Includes but not limited to community cook outs, various fairs related to addiction treatment and outreach, parades, addiction awareness for schools, and holiday events.
Opportunity to save lives everyday!
Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
PTO
Variety of 401K options including a match program with no vesture period
Annual Continuing Education Allowance (in related field)
Life Insurance
Short/Long Term Disability
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Mental Health day
Calm subscription for all employees
