Certified Recovery Peer Specialist

Operation PAR, Inc.; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 paid holidays per year

3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of the

3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of the

401k matching

Continuing education, reimbursement

Job summary

Operation PAR, Inc. provides access to Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), detox and various inpatient and outpatient programs, linking individuals with needed services.

The role supports triage, screening and evaluation while ensuring timely, professional documentation and data collection in line with organizational standards. The position emphasizes coordinating care from hospital and community settings, offering educational resources to participants, families, and caregivers, and maintaining

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• CRPS Certification is required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Commitment to workplace of dignity and respect
• Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines
• Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork
• Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policies
• Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree

CRPS Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• 9 paid holidays per year
• 3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of holidays). PTO increases to 4 weeks/year after 2 years of employment, and then to 5 weeks/year after 5 years of employment.
• 401k matching
• Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision.

General Description:

Links individuals with Substance Use Disorder, substance use/opioid-related overdose survivors, those with health-related issues due to substance use to Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), detox, and various inpatient and outpatient programs. Uses time spent communicating with those in the hospital/community to assist in initiating treatment and engage patients in on‑going treatment and recovery support. Provides educational resources, community resources and support to participants and their friends, family, and caregivers regarding overdose prevention, treatment for substance use disorder, and recovery support. Provides triage, screening and evaluation services to determine appropriate level of care. Is responsible for timely, professional documentation and data collection according to Operation PAR standards.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred
• CRPS Certification is required

Essential Job Functions:

• Commitment to workplace of dignity and respect
• Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines
• Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork
• Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policies
• Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner

Environmental Conditions:

• Exposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitation
• Possible exposure to patients with communicable diseases

Special Requirements:

• Must pass a level II background check (https://info.flclearinghouse.com)and drug screen.
• Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, Inc. policies

Veterans encouraged to apply. Operation PAR Inc is a drug‑free workplace that adheres to federal regulations as it pertains to marijuana use. EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP