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Peer Recovery Specialist

Legacy Treatment Services

Northfield, NJFull-time$15.92–20.67/hrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$15.92–20.67/hr
Location
Northfield, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Certification Within 6 Months

Job overview

The Peer Recovery Specialist conducts initial Social Determinants of Health screenings in community settings and introduces individuals to the program. The role provides individual and group support from a mental health lived-experience perspective, using the Wellness and Recovery Action Plan model and other evidence-informed tools. The specialist supports coping skills, reentry navigation, and service connections, and provides culturally competent, recovery-focused support to clients of all ages.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Peer SupportJustice-Involved PopulationsWRAP ModelRecovery PrinciplesCommunicationRelationship BuildingTeam Collaboration

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentBachelor's DegreeMental Health or Substance Use Recovery Lived ExperienceJustice System InvolvementCertified Peer Specialist CredentialCertification Within 6 Months

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Salary Range $15.92 - $20.67 Hourly

Position Type Full Time

Education Level High School

Description

The Peer Recovery Specialist completes the initial Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) screening for individuals in a community setting and provides introduction to program. Provides support to individuals from a mental health lived experience perspective in both individual and group formats. Able to utilize the Wellness and Recovery Action Plan model. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the consumers served. He or she must be able to assess and interpret data about the consumer's status in order to identify each consumer's needs and provide the appropriate care, including age-related care, needed by the consumer group.

The Peer Recovery Specialist uses the Wellness and Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) model and other evidence-informed tools to support participants in building coping skills, navigating reentry, and connecting to services. The ideal candidate demonstrates empathy, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to support clients of all ages in a culturally competent and recovery-focused manner.

Hours:

This position is Full Time, Monday – Friday, with some evening and weekend hours required.

This position has the following benefits:

  • 3.2 weeks of Paid Time Off during the first year

  • Medical, vision, dental and life insurance

  • 403(b) employer match and employee participation

  • Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of employment

  • 9 Agency-paid holidays

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred

  • Lived experience with mental health or substance use recovery and involvement with the justice system required

  • Certified Peer Specialist credential preferred; must be willing to obtain certification within 6 months of hire if not already certified

  • Experience providing peer support or working with justice-involved populations preferred

  • Familiarity with the WRAP model and recovery principles

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Legacy Treatment Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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