Peer Recovery Specialist

Boulder Care; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a dedicated Peer Recovery Specialist to provide essential support to individuals on their recovery journey. This fully remote, full-time role requires a strong background in peer support, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to patient confidentiality. You will engage with patients, assist them in overcoming barriers to recovery, and collaborate with care teams to ensure comprehensive support. Join a mission-driven organization that values empathy and evidence-based practices, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those facing substance use challenges. If you are passionate about recovery and have the qualifications, this is a perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in peer support and recovery from substance use disorders.
• Peer certification in state of residence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient engagement and assist in identifying barriers to recovery.
• Educate patients on community resources and facilitate care transitions.

Skills

Peer Support Experience

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Integrity and Professionalism

Education

Peer Certification

National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS)

Job description

Boulder Care is hiring a Peer Recovery Specialist for a 100% remote, full-time, position.

We are looking for individuals who:

• Reside in one of the following states: AL, FL, GA, IN, MI, NY, NC, OH, PA, TN, or TX.
• Have a peer certification - active and in good standing - in state of residence.
• Have 2 years of experience working in peer support.
• Have a minimum of two years of recovery from lived-experience in substance use and/or co-occurring mental health disorders (self-attested).
• Are interested in full-time work (40 hours a week) with a Monday-Friday schedule of 10am - 6pm Eastern Time.

About the role

A Peer Recovery Specialist (PRS) is a person who uses their direct or indirect experience of recovery from mental illness, substance use disorders, and/or significant trauma, combined with skills learned in formal training, to deliver peer-based recovery support services with a focus on improving overall health and well-being and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient engagement in accordance with Boulder Peer Recovery Specialist policies and procedures.
• Assist patients in identifying barriers to achieving sustained recovery and support by empowering them in the recovery management process.
• Assess patient progress, functioning, and willingness to engage peer services in collaboration with patients and Care Team members, identifying options for short/long-term whole-health goals, and recovery plans.
• Educate on and liaise for patients available community resources and the Boulder Care program components.
• Facilitate placement for higher levels of care as needed while maintaining contact with patients to enable continuity and streamline care transitions.
• Escalate any crisis situations involving patients and ethical breaches involving staff to appropriate personnel/agencies in a timely manner in accordance with Boulder policies & procedures.
• Assume primary role in providing social/emotional support and non-emergency-based, external, recovery-relevant resources to patients.
• Maintain clear and proactive follow-up communication with patients and providers, delivering patient outcomes reports to Care Team members.
• Report situations to appropriate person/s that fall under Mandatory Reporting, Duty to Warn, and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s purviews.
• Represent and advocate for the patient population in company matters affecting current and prospective Boulder patients, their families, and their communities.

Requirements for the role

• 1+ years experience navigating adjunctive opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment resources and referral processes with 2+ years working in peer support.
• Peer certification in state of residence - active and in good standing where available - is required.
• Certification as a National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS) through NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals, is expected within 9 months of hire.
• Must have a minimum of two years of recovery from lived-experience in substance use and/or co-occurring mental health disorders (self-attested).
• Strong preference for individuals utilizing underrepresented pathways/modes of substance use and/or mental illness recovery.
• A high degree of trustworthiness, integrity and professionalism and a relentless focus on patient confidentiality through compliance with HIPAA and Boulder Care policies.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication.
• Team-focused; effective collaboration.
• Demonstrates problem-solving and analytical skills appropriate for the position.
• Maintains composure under pressure.

Work environment

• This is a fully remote role but we are currently only hiring candidates who work and reside in the following states: AL, FL, GA, IN, MI, NY, NC, OH, PA, TN, or TX.
• Employees are required to have a dedicated, private workspace with a lockable door and high-speed internet to maintain a secure, distraction-free environment.

Compensation

The starting pay range for this position is $24.52 - $28.32 an hour, commensurate with experience, and is eligible for our comprehensive benefits package.

Our mission

• Based in science: Boulder care teams provide comprehensive, evidence-based treatment that is tailored to each individual’s unique needs and goals.
• Breaking down barriers: Boulder provides low-threshold care that is inclusive, empowering, and heavily influenced by participants' stated preferences and goals.
• Grounded in empathy: Our care is science-based and rooted in harm reduction.

Boulder Care believes in equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. If you are a qualified person with a passion for what we do, please apply!

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