Peer Recovery Specialist – COAST

Empirical Search Limited; Connecticut; On-site; USD 23,791 - 26,918; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Four weeks of paid vacation

403B Thrift Plan with employer match

Professional Development Funds

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

A leading non-profit provider of behavioral health services located in Connecticut seeks a Peer Recovery Specialist to join their COAST program. This role focuses on community-based recovery support, collaboration with care providers, and promoting wellness activities among clients. Preferred candidates bring a peer perspective with the ability to inspire others towards recovery goals. Competitive salary ranging from $17.27 to $19.54 per hour plus comprehensive benefits including vacation, medical, and mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Peer Support and Recovery Specialist Certification within one year.
• Reliable transportation to transport clients is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care with providers and case managers for clients.
• Promote involvement with wellness and health activities.
• Assist in follow-up with medical care.
• Model successful recovery strategies.

Skills

Peer support

Communication

Collaboration

Empathy

Organization

Education

Associate’s degree or high school diploma with two years of experience

Job description

United Services, Inc. is a leading non-profit provider of behavioral health and social services in northeastern Connecticut. With over 30 programs, 12 locations, and 250 dedicated professionals, we’re committed to improving the lives of children, adults, and families through compassionate mental health care, prevention, and support services. Our offices are located throughout Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner,” within easy commute of New London, Worcester, and Providence.

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Description:

Peer Recovery Specialist – COAST Program

United Services has an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of a new program, COAST (Community Outreach Assistance and Support Team) . We are seeking a dynamic Peer Recovery Specialist to join our COAST Program. The right candidate will also coordinate care with providers and case managers to collaborate to meet individuals where they are at, so their recovery and wellness are enhanced. The Peer Recovery Specialist will bring a peer perspective and experience to support and inspire others to achieve person-driven, self-defined, and achievable goals. Critical functions of the job include assisting in follow-up with medical care, promoting involvement with wellness and health promotion activities, including self-help, and modeling successful recovery strategies.

Program Overview:

COAST is a person-centered, recovery-orientated, and integrated service. All services will be provided in the community, including therapy by the clinician. COAST is not a “forever” service, and its purpose is to stabilize and assist high-need individuals in connecting to community resources for stabilization. It is an empowerment model of care, with a key assumption that the individual has the ability, given the resources and support, to manage their own mental health and substance conditions and achieve wellness, recovery, and stability.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional weekend coverage may be required.

Education: Associate’s degree in a relevant field or a high school diploma and two years of experience required.

Certification: Recovery Support Specialist or Recovery Coach from a DMHAS Approved Training Organization

We accept certifications through Advocacy Unlimited (AU) Hartford Healthcare-Recovery Leadership Academy (HHC-RLA) or Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR)

*Must be able to obtain Peer Support and Recovery Specialist Recovery Specialist Certification within one year of employment.

Reliable transportation and ability to transport clients in own car is a must. Mileage reimbursement is provided.

Salary Range:

• $17.27–$19.54 per hour (depending on experience)
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) rate of pay: $18.14–$20.53 per hour (depending on experience)

Bilingual (Spanish/English) rate of pay: $17.27–$19.54 per hour (depending on experience)

• Very generous comprehensive benefit package for medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and their family
• Life, AD & D, short-term and long-term disability insurance plans – 100% employer paid
• Four weeks of paid vacation
• 12 paid holidays
• Paid Sick time
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement
• Professional Development Funds
• 403B Thrift Plan (tax-deferred) with employer contribution and match after one year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mileage Reimbursement
• United Services is an approved site for the National Health Services Corps loan repayment and scholarship programs

*Benefits will be pro-rated for eligible part-time positions

All employees of United Services, Inc. are required to receive the influenza (flu) vaccine each year, unless a medical exemption has been submitted and approved by our Medical Director.

United Services is an affirmative action employer EEO/M/F/D/V

How to Apply

To apply for any open position, please follow these steps:

• To request an Application For Employment, please call Human Resources at 860-774-2020
• Send the application, along with your resume and a cover letter via email, regular mail or fax to:
  [e-mail]
  or
  United Services, Inc.
  Attn: Human Resources
  1007 North Main St.
  Dayville, CT 06241
  or
  Fax to 860-774-0095

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Additional Employment Information

We only consider applicants who meet the minimum educational and experience qualifications listed for a position. We encourage independently licensed clinicians, those who are fully fluent in Spanish and English, and individuals who have a diverse background to apply.

Because we value diversity and the ability to meet the needs of community residents, United Services pays higher starting salaries to employees who are fully fluent in Spanish and English. United Services also provides supervision for those pursuing an independent licensure.

United Services requires all employees to be vaccinated against influenza annually during flu season.

United Services is an affirmative action employer EEO/M/F/D/V.