Peer Recovery Specialist - Community Support & Advocacy

Alternative Community Resource Program, Inc; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Alternative Community Resource Program, Inc. seeks a Certified Peer Specialist to support adults 18+ and youth 14-27 through recovery-oriented, 1-on-1 services in homes and communities.

The CPS will share recovery experiences, build authentic peer relationships, and connect clients with natural supports and services to promote independence and community integration. Travel and scheduling may be involved.

Qualifications

• A personal belief in recovery.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Genuine hope and optimism peers will succeed.
• Sincere interest in peers' welfare and unique recovery paths.
• Willingness to share personal recovery experiences.
• Ability to engage people based on their needs and receptivity.
• Effective written/verbal communication and boundary setting.
• Learn and share skills/tools to support clients' recovery.
• Advocate for recovery-based services to aid daily living.
• Guide use of personal development tools and community resources.
• Assist clients in building social skills for job obtainment.
• Offer encouragement during crises with trauma-informed practices.
• Work with staff to develop treatment/recovery plans.
• Observe confidentiality rules with clinical information.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a member of a recovery-treatment team.
• Provide recovery education to consumers, family members, and staff.
• Act as a community liaison to develop relationships with service agencies.
• Provide outreach and engagement between consumers and support organizations.
• Assist consumers in recovery-based goal development and planning.
• Facilitate community integration & consistent use of natural resources.
• Facilitate skill-building activities.
• Promote self-advocacy skills and opportunities.
• Facilitate linkage to treatment services.
• Provide long-term engagement, support, and encouragement to consumers, family, and staff.

Skills

Recovery-oriented approach

Empathy

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Public/Community engagement

Boundary setting

Crisis support

Team collaboration

Cultural sensitivity

Documentation skills

Education

ACT 33/34 clearances

ACT 31 certificate

Pennsylvania driver's license

Peer specialist certification training

Continuing education requirements

Job description

Alternative Community Resource Program, Inc. seeks a Certified Peer Specialist to support adults 18+ and youth 14-27 through recovery-oriented, 1-on-1 services in homes and communities.

The CPS will share recovery experiences, build authentic peer relationships, and connect clients with natural supports and services to promote independence and community integration. Travel and scheduling may be involved.