Empowering Peer Recovery Specialist

Centerstone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental & vision

Retirement plan

Job summary

Centerstone is seeking a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) to support individuals with mental illness or addiction in a recovery-focused environment. The role involves facilitating groups, helping clients articulate recovery goals, and removing barriers to progress.

The CPRS will document progress, attend trainings, and participate in daily activities including group prep and occasional transportation.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to meet certification requirements.
• Basic computer literacy is required.
• Willing to share personal recovery story to assist others.
• Be active in own recovery and model recovery in a positive way.

Responsibilities

• Verbalize understanding of what recovery means and articulate it to others.
• Assist clients with identifying personal strengths in daily living and recovery skills.
• Be professional, with an attitude of mutual respect and encouragement.
• Encourage involvement in the center by modeling a positive attitude.
• Respect confidentiality and program ethics.
• Facilitate groups that promote recovery through education, advocacy and positive role modeling.
• Document peer progress in electronic medical records.
• Attend all trainings.
• Assist with daily activities that may include group preparation, meal preparation, provide transportation via company van.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer literacy

Recovery storytelling

Active recovery model

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Centerstone is seeking a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) to support individuals with mental illness or addiction in a recovery-focused environment. The role involves facilitating groups, helping clients articulate recovery goals, and removing barriers to progress.

The CPRS will document progress, attend trainings, and participate in daily activities including group prep and occasional transportation.