Certified Recovery Specialist

Pinnacle Treatment Centers, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 18 days

401k with match

Training & certification

Comprehensive benefits package

STAR LRP

Capella scholarships

Job summary

Pinnacle Treatment Centers, Inc. is seeking a Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) to provide peer support, advocate for patients, and guide recovery in emergency, outpatient, or inpatient settings. The role emphasizes recovery coaching, goal setting, and collaboration with treatment teams.

The CRS will maintain their CRS credential, travel up to 50% for patient support, and participate in ongoing training. A high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license are required, with benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (General Equivalency Diploma) required.
• Maintains Certified Recovery Specialist credential via the PA Certification Board.
• Self-identify as a current or former patient.
• Maintain healthy recovery from substance abuse.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to meet written communication requirements.
• Must verify completion of state-approved training program and passing score on certification exam.
• Must possess a current valid driver’s license in good standing and be insurable; role may require driving.
• Travel up to 50% may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in articulating personal goals for recovery.
• Assist patients in determining reasonable and holistic steps toward recovery.
• Assist patients in identifying barriers to recovery goals.
• Assist patients in identifying personal strengths in daily living and recovery skills.
• Observe and reinforce positive progress toward recovery goals.
• Teach problem-solving skills.
• Teach patients to identify and combat negative self-talk and fears.
• Support vocational choices and help overcome job-related anxieties.
• Build social skills by modeling appropriate conduct and respectful interaction.
• Assist non-patient team in identifying program elements supportive or destructive to recovery.
• Assist patients in identifying and utilizing community resources and services.
• Coordinate with other Pinnacle COE programs via telehealth or in person as needed.
• Attend treatment team meetings and appointments to represent patient needs and perspectives.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries with patients and teammates.
• Fulfill documentation requirements accurately and timely.
• Attend training and seminars as offered.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CRS Credential (Certified Recovery Specialist)

Job description

We offer a competitive salary, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth.

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services. We provide care across the nation, touching the lives of more than 35,000 patients daily. Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works. Our employees believe we are creating a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through comprehensive treatment.

As a Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS), you will provide peer support services, serve as a patient advocate, provide patient information and peer support for patients in emergency, outpatient, or inpatient settings. You will perform a wide range of tasks to assist patients in regaining control over their lives and recovery process. You will model competence in recovery and coping.

• 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 401k with company match
• Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
• Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED (General Equivalency Diploma)
• Maintains Certified Recovery Specialty credential via the PA Certification Board
• Self-identify as a current or former patient.
• Maintain healthy recovery from substance abuse.
• Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to meet written communication requirements.
• Must be able to verify completion of state-approved training program and passing score on certification exam.
• Must possess a current valid driver’s license in good standing in state of employment and be insurable by the designated carrier. This role is required to drive for company purposes.
• Travel up to 50% may be required for this role.

Preferred

• Experience in behavioral health industry

Responsibilities:

• Assist patients in articulating personal goals for recovery.
• Assist patients in determining reasonable and holistic steps moving toward recovery.
• Assist patients in identifying barriers to recovery goals.
• Assist patients in identifying personal strengths in daily living and recovery skills.
• Observe and reinforce positive progress that patients make toward recovery goals.
• Teach problem-solving skills.
• Teach patients to identify and combat negative self-talk.
• Teach patients how to identify and overcome fears.
• Support the vocational choices patients make and assist them in overcoming job-related anxieties and conflicts.
• Assist patients in building social skills by demonstrating and reinforcing proper conduct and respectful interaction.
• Assist non-patient team in identifying program elements that are supportive or destructive to recovery.
• Assist patients in identifying and utilizing community support agencies and services.
• Assist other Pinnacle COE programs via telehealth or in person as needed.
• Attending treatment team meetings and medication appointments as requested to represent the needs and perspectives of the patient.
• Utilize their unique recovery experience to teach and role model the value of every individual's recovery experience.
• Maintain effective coping and self-help techniques.
• Continue to develop professional skills by maintaining certification through required coursework.
• Attend relevant seminars, and team in-service training whenever offered.
• Investigate community resources for appropriateness of services to patients.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with patients and avoid dual relationships within the community.
• Support treatment team objectives and strategies.
• Fulfill documentation requirements of employer accurately and in a timely manner.
• Use inclusive, culturally appropriate language and attitudes with all patients and teammates.
• Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Join our team. Join our mission.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

High School/GED or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers License

CRS

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