Compassionate Recovery Support Specialist

Universal Health Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work环境

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

Job summary

Universal Health Services’ Psychiatric Institute of Washington in Washington, DC, is seeking a compassionate Peer Recovery Specialist to support patients with substance use challenges and help them set recovery goals. You will conduct individualized recovery support, lead group sessions, coordinate with nurses and counselors, and connect patients to community resources to sustain long-term wellness.

This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within a nationwide

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–1 year related experience preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification through the American Heart Association required.
• Current PRS certification or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Build supportive relationships with patients in substance use treatment.
• Provide individualized recovery support and brief interventions.
• Lead recovery-focused group sessions and document in EMR.
• Educate on community recovery programs and services.
• Coordinate referrals and aftercare with care teams.
• Support post-discharge outreach to high-risk patients.
• Communicate patient information with the treatment team.

Skills

Verbal de-escalation

Effective communication

Empathy and rapport

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Peer Recovery Specialist certification (current or within 6 months)

Tools

CPR/BLS Certification (AHA)

EMR documentation tools

Job description

Universal Health Services’ Psychiatric Institute of Washington in Washington, DC, is seeking a compassionate Peer Recovery Specialist to support patients with substance use challenges and help them set recovery goals. You will conduct individualized recovery support, lead group sessions, coordinate with nurses and counselors, and connect patients to community resources to sustain long-term wellness.

This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within a nationwide