Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) – Peer Support Advocate

Peerstar LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Full-time)

Dental & Vision Insurance (Full-time)

401k with Match

Paid Time Off

Flexible Schedule

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Peerstar LLC is hiring a Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) to help individuals with mental health and substance use recovery. The role focuses on empowering clients to set personal recovery goals and increase independence within the community, drawing on lived experience.

The CRS will work in Pennsylvania, coordinating with community resources and providing advocacy and support to promote wellness and self-determination.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• Self-identify as having a Substance Use Disorder.
• Have at least 18 months of personal, lived recovery experience.
• In the last 36 months have at least 12 months of employment or volunteer work.
• PA-approved Vendor CRS Certificate (if already certified)
• Completed a certified recovery specialist training curriculum approved by PA
• Completion of the 78 hour Recovery Specialist certification training (PA Certification Board)
• Criminal History Clearances: Epatch, Child Abuse, FBI and Verify Comply
• Bilingual English/Spanish required; fluent in both languages (verbal and written)

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 peer support in community settings.
• Assist individuals in setting and attaining recovery goals.
• Promote empowerment and self-determination.
• Advocate for clients to access community resources and services.
• Build trusting relationships using lived experience.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Strong communication skills

Peer support experience

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Peerstar LLC is hiring a Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) to help individuals with mental health and substance use recovery. The role focuses on empowering clients to set personal recovery goals and increase independence within the community, drawing on lived experience.

The CRS will work in Pennsylvania, coordinating with community resources and providing advocacy and support to promote wellness and self-determination.