PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPEC

PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPEC

University of Alabama at Birmingham

This position will work with substance abuse and/or other mental health related program participants in groups and/or on a one-on-one basis to provide advocacy and personal coaching/mentoring. To serve as a vital member of the case management team.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• To serve as an active member of a multi-disciplinary team that provides peer support services to 1917 clients struggling with or in early recovery from substance use.
• Leveraging their personal experiences with HIV, mental illness and/or addiction to assist others in their recovery journey.
• Promotion of individualized recovery and resiliency supporting individuals as they navigate their recovery processes.

Collaboration with Clinical Providers:

• Work in conjunction with clinical treatment teams to ensure a comprehensive approach to client care.
• Assists other clinical team members with retention in HIV care and substance use treatment programs, when applicable.
• Provide valuable insights from personal interactions with clients and assist in communicating patients' needs and preferences, while maintaining confidentiality and adherence to client rights policies.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics

CRSS or NCPRSS certification

Salary Range: $15-$20

Education

• High School diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of relevant experience in a peer recovery support environment required.

Certified or eligible to be certified as a Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) by The Alabama Department of Mental Health OR Certified Peer Support Specialist through FORMLL OR Nationally Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS) by the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC). NCPRSS preferred. Must obtain certification within one year from date of hire into classification.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.