Peer Recovery Specialist

Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc.; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group medical, dental, and vision

34 paid days off annually

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan with 4% match

PSLF eligible

No weekends

Job summary

Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc. seeks a Peer Recovery Specialist for ATDC to provide support services that help clients maintain recovery and access essential resources in the community.

The role requires CPRS certification, a high school diploma, and at least 6 months of relevant experience in substance abuse or mental health. Work hours include weekdays with no weekends and a strong commitment to peer-led recovery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS).
• 6 Months experience in Substance Abuse/Mental Health.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer recovery support services that provide emotional and practical support to maintain client/remission.
• Screen and assess clients for social determinants of health (SDOH) within 10 days of program entry.
• Assist uninsured clients in applying for health insurance within 45 days of assessment.
• Assist clients in gaining entitlements and accessing resources within the community.
• Provide guidance and assist clients in overcoming barriers in their recovery journey.
• Act as case managers and help clients obtain resources such as food, housing, and employment services.

Skills

Peer support

SDOH assessment

Case management

Resource linkage

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

CPRS certification

Job description

Description

BCCS is Seeking a Peer Recovery Specialist for our ATDC Program!

Who Are We Since 1985, Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc. (BCCS) has been a trusted provider of outstanding substance abuse and behavioral health treatment. BCCS is a community organization that prides itself on helping members of our community recover with dignity. We enhance the quality of life by creatively providing Education, Advocacy, Prevention, Early Intervention, and Treatment Services. We promote hope and empowerment to persons and families touched by mental illness, substance abuse, HIV and multiple occurring diagnoses, and their related challenges.

What You'll Do as a Peer Recovery Specialist with ATDC:

• Provide peer recovery support services that provide emotional and practical support to maintain client/participant remission
• Ensure 100% of all clients will be screened and assessed for social determinants of health (SDOH) needs as part of Peer-Provided Recovery Support Services within 10 days of program entry
• Ensure 100% of uninsured clients will be assisted in applying for health insurance and any other appropriate entitlement for which they are eligible within 45 days of assessment and ICP creation.
• Assist the clients in gaining entitlements and accessing resources within the community
• Provide guidance and assist clients in overcoming barriers and challenges in their recovery journey
• Act as case managers and will assist clients in obtaining resources such as food, vouchers, housing, linkage to employment services, childcare, and social services.
• Leads as well as teaches clients how to facilitate their recovery. Educate and empower individuals by assisting them in developing a strong, stable recovery support system
• Assisting individuals with self-care and self-awareness, encouragement and support, teaching coping skills and teaching the positive benefits of long-term recovery
• Utilizes and teaches problem-solving techniques with individuals and groups.

Requirements

• REQUIRED: High School Diploma or GED
• REQUIRED: Must be a Peer.
• BCCS employs a diverse workforce, and we especially encourage applications from those who are in recovery. This position requires that the candidate chosen for it is a peer. BCCS defines a peer as anyone who is in recovery from addiction to drugs or alcohol.
• REQUIRED: Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS)
• REQUIRED: 6 Month’s Experience in Substance Abuse/Mental Health

Schedule

• Monday: 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
• Tuesday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• Friday: 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Pay

• From $18/hour
• Commensurate based on experience, education, and certification!

The Compensation Package For This Position Includes

• Group medical, dental, and vision coverage with low employee costs
• 34 paid days off annually
• Tuition reimbursement
• A retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%!
• Brandywine Counseling is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• No weekends!
• Opportunity for advancement