Certified Recovery Specialist

1012 Lehigh Valley Physician Group - Lehigh; United States; Sur place; USD 28 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Certified Recovery Specialist to work in the community and bridge gaps to needed resources for patients with substance use disorder. You will establish supportive peer relationships, promote trauma-informed services, and assist in treatment planning and progress monitoring.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, referral workflows, and outreach to educate the community about addiction as a chronic disease.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year lived experience as a consumer of substance use disorder services.
• Ability to work flexible schedules outside of normal business hours.
• Knowledge of community agencies and support services.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• CRS - Certified Recovery Specialist within 30 days of hire.
• DL - Driver's License (PA) required.

Responsabilités

• Develops supportive peer relationships with people with substance use disorder, serving as a role model and motivator.
• Promotes trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services and helps in treatment planning.
• Communicates with patients/families to explain addiction as a chronic disease and available options.
• Uses CRS skills to provide tailored support and resources based on readiness for change.
• Assists with recovery management plan development and progress tracking.
• Works with an interdisciplinary team to support treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Initiates referrals to community resources and services for patients.
• Leads recovery activities such as mentoring and group sessions.
• Maintains logs, reports, and records in program databases.
• Facilitates transportation to appointments or treatment sites.
• Participates in community education and outreach on addiction.

Connaissances

Strong interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Works in the community with patients suffering from substance use on a peer-to-peer basis. Helps gain access to needed resources in the community by assisting in overcoming barriers and helping bridge gaps between needs and available resources.

Job Duties

• Develops supportive peer relationships with people with substance use disorder, serving as a role model, mentor, and motivator to offer insight into the recovery process, promote safety, and reduce harm due to addiction.
• Promotes relationship-centered, trauma-informed services and recovery-orientated environment; assists individual and their family in making decisions, taking action, and treatment planning.
• Communicates with the patient and/or patient's family to enhance the understanding of addiction as a chronic disease and available treatment options.
• Employs CRS skills to provide tailored support services options for patients given their individual circumstances and readiness for change.
• Assists with the development of a recovery management plan; identifies patient strengths and community resources to overcome barriers and achieve recovery goals, determining progress at designated intervals.
• Works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to support comprehensive treatment plans with relevant measurable problems, goals, objectives, interventions, and timelines.
• Initiates referrals for services and helps patients with substance use by assisting with access to community resources.
• Leads in recovery activities such as mentoring, securing a sponsor, and engaging in one-on-one and group recovery sessions.
• Maintain project logs, reports, and accurate records in appropriate files and database(s), adhering to program standards.
• Facilitates transportation for patients to appointments or treatment location.
• Participates, in conjunction with community services and advocacy programs, in educating and fostering awareness in the community about the disease of addiction and substance use disorder.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1 year lived experience as a consumer of SUD services.
• Ability to work flexible schedules outside of normal business hours to meet the needs of clients.
• Knowledge of community agencies and support services.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Sound problem solving skills and proactive efforts in seeking solutions to problems.
• CRS - Certified Recovery Specialist - Pennsylvania Certification Board within 30 Days
• DL - Driver's License_PA - State of Pennsylvania

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year Experience in a medical/clinical community setting working with patients/clients with substance use disorders.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish.
• Ability to implement screening tools for substance use disorder.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Information

Work Shift: Day Shift

Address: 200 Schuylkill Medical Plaza

Primary Location: Schuylkill Medical Plaza 200

Position Type: Onsite

Union: Not Applicable

Work Schedule: M-F, 0800-1630

Department: 1012-20115 LVPG-L Primary Care Addiction Med Hub - Southside

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community. LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work®. LVHN’s culture of trust – and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune – align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values – Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence – you will have a rewarding and successful career here.