EMPOWERED Program Certified Recovery Specialist

Mvprecovery; Chester (Delaware County); In loco; USD 45.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible work schedule

Supportive work culture

Opportunity for professional development

Descrizione del lavoro

A family support organization in Chester, Pennsylvania is seeking a Certified Recovery Specialist to support parents affected by addiction. The role includes providing education and emotional support to families, facilitating recovery sessions, and helping navigate treatment options. Applicants should have CRS certification and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a flexible work schedule.

Competenze

• CRS certification in Pennsylvania required.
• Personal experience as a parent/family member preferred.
• Strong listening, empathy, and interpersonal skills.

Mansioni

• Provide peer support to parents and caregivers.
• Facilitate sessions focused on family recovery.
• Support families in navigating treatment options.
• Collaborate with staff for service coordination.
• Advocate for family inclusion in treatment planning.
• Maintain documentation as per guidelines.

Conoscenze

Listening skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Formazione

CRS certification in Pennsylvania

Descrizione del lavoro

Company: MVP Recovery
Location: Chester, Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Position Type: Full-Time

About the Empowered Program:
The Empowered Program at MVP Recovery is a compassionate, family-centered initiative designed to support parents and caregivers of children struggling with addiction. Our goal is to provide education, peer-based support, and a safe space for families to navigate the chaos and heartbreak of a loved one's substance use. We believe recovery is a community process-and that includes families too.

Position Overview:
We are seeking an empathetic and dedicated Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) to support family members-primarily parents-impacted by their child's substance use. The CRS will serve as a peer advocate, resource connector, and emotional support, helping families understand addiction, access treatment, and maintain their own wellness through the process.

Responsibilities:

• Provide peer support, education, and empowerment to parents and caregivers.

• Facilitate individual and group sessions focused on family recovery, boundaries, and self-care.

• Support families in navigating treatment options and community resources.

• Collaborate with MVP clinical and outreach staff to identify family needs and service coordination.

• Advocate for family inclusion in treatment planning when appropriate.

• Maintain documentation in accordance with program and confidentiality guidelines.

Qualifications:

• CRS certification in Pennsylvania required.

• Personal experience as a parent/family member of someone in recovery or with lived experience preferred.

• Strong listening, empathy, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage emotional content and provide nonjudgmental support.

• Organized and reliable with a passion for family-centered care.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits

• Flexible work schedule

• Supportive work culture focused on professional development and lived experience

• Opportunity to be a pioneer in an expanding, innovative family support program