Recovery specialist

You can make a difference by helping people get back into the swing of life at Ponessa Behavioral Health as a Certified Recovery Specialist in the Substance Use Disorder Program in Lebanon County!

Summary :

This positions provides non-clinical services including but not limited to Education, Vocation, Employment, Physical health, Emotional / Mental health, Family / Social needs, Living arrangements / housing, Legal status, Basic needs of food, clothing, and utilities, Life skills, Child care, Transportation, Engagement into Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT).

• Serve as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator as a way to give back to the recovery community
• Monday through Friday, daytime hours with flexible start and end times to create work / life balance
• Full-time and Part-time positions available
• Part-time rate : $17 per hour
• Full-time rate : $37,000 per year

Essential Responsibilities :

• Assist individuals in their attempt to recover from substance use disorder-related problems
• Advocate to eliminate barriers, increase natural supports and build community
• Meet with consumers to connect to necessary resources in the community such as education services, employment, transportation, housing, basic needs, ect
• Connect consumers with sponsors and community meetings

Education / Experience Requirements :

• HS Diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license, personal cell phone, and an insured vehicle
• Staff in recovery from a substance use disorder must have a minimum of two years of uninterrupted recovery and currently working a personal program of recovery

Preferred Requirements :

• Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB) Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) or Certified Family Recovery Specialist (CFRS) credential
• Any individual who does not have a CRS, and / or CFRS will be required to actively work on obtaining these certifications
• Proficiency in documentation

Perks and Benefits :

Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in insurance benefits after 30 days of full-time employment)

• Medical and prescription drug coverage
• Dental and vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PTO, PTO cash out, PTO increases, and holiday pay
• Free supervision towards licensure
• Employee appreciation, recognition, and awards
• 401K and Roth IRA Retirement Savings Plan with matching contribution
• Tuition discounts through educational partnerships
• Paid training

Credentials :

• PA Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151)
• PA Criminal History Clearance (Act 34)
• PA Department of Human Services : Use service code 1KG738
• Educational Documentation : Official Transcripts
• Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Certificate
• Certified Recovery Specialist Certificate : If acquired

Submit your resume today for immediate consideration!

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Ponessa Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Last updated : 2024-05-29