Peer Recovery Specialist

phmc.org; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in public health is seeking a Certified Peer Specialist for its Pathways to Recovery program in Philadelphia. The role involves supporting participants through their recovery journeys by engaging with them, leading therapeutic groups, and ensuring they receive full continuity of care. Ideal candidates possess CPS certification and experience working with those facing addiction and mental health challenges.

Qualifications

• Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification is required.
• 1+ years experience with individuals struggling with addiction and mental illness.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive a large van.

Responsibilities

• Lead psychoeducational and self-help groups.
• Engage participants by sharing personal recovery stories.
• Ensure continuity of care as defined by treatment plans.

Skills

Establishing Trusting Relationships

Engagement

Advocacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

PHMC is proud to be a leader in public health. PHMC requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before the first day of employment. We will offer the vaccination at no cost via our Health Centers.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

Pathways to Recovery (PTR) is Philadelphia’s short-term co-occurring disorder treatment partial hospitalization program. The program is funded by Community Behavioral Health (CBH) and Behavioral Health Special Initiative (BHSI) for Philadelphia residents with co-occurring substance use and mental health challenges. Our program works with participants 20 hours per week, for up to nine weeks. We provide a menu of treatment services available each day including individual, group, and family therapy; medication-assisted treatment and medication management with our psychiatrist; health care coordination and full-time nursing support; full-time case management; and full-time peer recovery specialist support.

JOB OVERVIEW: We are seeking a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) to join the Pathways to Recovery (PTR) team as a Peer Recovery Specialist. This individual will use their own lived experience to engage and support PTR participants.

Schedule Requirement: Must be available to work evenings and Saturdays, rotating coverage with other Peer Recovery Specialists

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attend daily staff meetings and inform staff of any important participant information.
• Implement the recovery process for participants as defined in Pathway to Recovery's program goals and philosophy.
• Provide continuity of care as defined by the treatment plan for each participant.
• Lead psychoeducational and self-help groups.
• Engage participants by sharing personal story of recovery.
• Provide outreach at treatment facilities, on the streets, and in participants’ homes to ensure engagement during and prior to entering treatment.
• Transport participants to initial intake, to and from the program, and for all necessary appointments.
• Take participants to community-based self-help meetings such as AA, NA, etc.
• Sit in with participants during recovery planning meetings as their advocate and resource.
• Assist with discharge planning and maintain contact with participants for at least two weeks post-discharge.
• Reengage participants on the streets and bring them back into treatment.
• Provide input to the clinical team. Alert the team of any current or potential behavioral or health-related problems of participants.
• Meet or exceed program productivity requirements, including ensuring daily census requirements and new participant enrollment.
• Maintain a continuous record of all contacts, events, and progress toward the accomplishment of goals as stated in the treatment plan. Ensure that charts meet all standards.
• Record individual and group progress notes in the DAP format after each therapeutic activity.
• Complete reviews in compliance with state licensing and other program guidelines.
• Assist the treatment team and participants with continuing care plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification
• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ years of experience working or volunteering with individuals struggling with addiction and mental illness
• Valid driver’s license in good standing
• Ability to drive a large van
• Ability to establish trusting and therapeutic relationships
• Commitment to recovery, choice, empowerment, and the ability of people with co-occurring disorders to find meaningful lives in the community

SALARY GRADE: 13

PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

Qualifications Education

Required

High School

Experience

Required

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

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