Peer Recovery Specialist - Empower Change & Community Support

RWJBarnabas Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Discounts/Partner perks

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Recovery Specialist to provide non-clinical support, develop recovery care plans, educate on recovery models, and connect clients with community resources within a multidisciplinary team.

This full‑time role features three 12‑hour day shifts weekly. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, at least four years of recovery experience, ability to travel within a 60‑mile radius, and NAADAC‑certification within six months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 4 years of recovery experience or related field.
• Willingness to travel within a 60‑mile radius for cross coverage.
• Nationally Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS) within 6 months of employment.
• Bilingual ability and prior Recovery Specialist experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-clinical individual and group support to develop a recovery care plan.
• Educate individuals on recovery models and connect to treatment and community resources.
• Document information in the electronic health record per IFPR guidelines.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team and community partners to support recovery.
• Facilitate recovery support meetings and groups.
• Support grant compliance and continuity of care through timely documentation.

Skills

Lived experience

Non-clinical support

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Recovery Specialist to provide non-clinical support, develop recovery care plans, educate on recovery models, and connect clients with community resources within a multidisciplinary team.

This full‑time role features three 12‑hour day shifts weekly. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, at least four years of recovery experience, ability to travel within a 60‑mile radius, and NAADAC‑certification within six months.