Can you look into the eyes of someone who is struggling and see their pain – while also seeing their potential? Are you passionate about providing opportunities to help people rebuild their lives?
The Mission is looking to expand our team of committed staff members who are dedicated to creating an environment where those who have nowhere else to turn can live with dignity, experience hope and see new opportunities.
Position Overview:
Under supervision by the Manager of Engagement and clinical oversight by a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, the Peer Support Specialist aids in the provision of engaging individuals with substance use disorders (SUD) and providing state and county resources to recovery support services through a community mobile unit initiative.
Qualifications For Position:
Certification: Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Certification (CPRS) Strongly Preferred
Skills and Abilities: Active listening, critical thinking, and persuasion
Other Requirements: Valid driver’s license
Peer Support Specialist Duties and Responsibilities:
Pay Rate: $16.50 to $20.00, plus an additional $1.00 per hour paid out quarterly
Hours: Monday - Friday, 2-3 Days a week, 1:00pm-7:00pm
The Rescue Mission of Trenton is committed to ensuring that all current and prospective employees are afforded equal opportunities and treatment and a harassment-free work environment. The Mission provides equal employment opportunities for all without regard to any form of intentional or unintentional harassment or discrimination based on regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, breastfeeding, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Covid-19
Rescue Mission of Trenton requires all new employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to start of employment, unless the Rescue Mission of Trenton has granted the employee a medical or religious exemption. Employees who are not eligible for a booster at the time of an offer of employment provide proof they have received a booster upon eligibility and upload proof of same. Failure to provide proof of primary vaccination and booster will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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