On-site Peer Recovery Coach – Crisis Stabilization

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision

Life insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium  

401k Plan

Job summary

CarePlus NJ Inc is seeking a Recovery Coach at the Crisis Receiving and Stabilization Center in Paramus, NJ. As a Peer Recovery Specialist you will use your personal journey of recovery to assist others and work alongside Case Managers, Clinicians, and Prescribers to develop personalized recovery plans and be a support system for our clients.

You will engage clients, provide crisis support, connect to community resources, and document in a recovery-oriented language.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED.
• Experience working in behavioral health setting.
• Current and valid CPR/AED (BLS) certification.
• Must possess or pursue CPRS/NCPRSS from start of hire and obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Valid driver's license required and must be insurable by agency's automobile insurance for primary drivers.

Responsibilities

• Engage clients in collaborative and caring relationships by assisting in the orientation process.
• Maintain group and individual supportive interactions with clients, their families, and social supports.
• Communicate effectively-using personal recovery story-to develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships and aid om the recovery process.
• Provide recovery support by assisting clients in managing crises and encouraging exploration and pursuit of community roles.
• Celebrate clients' efforts and accomplishments.
• Share lived experience of recovery and ongoing personal efforts to enhance health, wellness and recovery.
• Provide personalized client support.
• Provide linkages to services and community resources.
• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner and using recovery-oriented language.

Skills

Recovery coaching

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPRS/NCPRSS certification consideration

Job description

CarePlus NJ Inc is seeking a Recovery Coach at the Crisis Receiving and Stabilization Center in Paramus, NJ. As a Peer Recovery Specialist you will use your personal journey of recovery to assist others and work alongside Case Managers, Clinicians, and Prescribers to develop personalized recovery plans and be a support system for our clients.

You will engage clients, provide crisis support, connect to community resources, and document in a recovery-oriented language.