Peer Recovery Support Specialist

RWJBarnabas Health; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Recovery Specialist to provide non-clinical support and develop recovery care plans, collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least four years of recovery experience, travel within a 60-mile radius, and NAADAC NCPRSS certification within six months. Bilingual ability and MS Office knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in recovery principles.
• Willingness to travel within a 60-mile radius.
• NAADAC NCPRSS certification within 6 months.
• Bilingual ability and MS Office knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engaging clients with non-clinical support and building trust using lived recovery experience.
• Conducting screenings and documenting information in the electronic health record per IFPR guidelines.
• Creating individualized recovery support plans based on patient needs and results.
• Connecting clients with community resources and non-clinical services to support recovery.
• Educating on navigating treatment and coordinating with hospital staff for successful referrals.
• Facilitating recovery support meetings and documenting timely for grant compliance.

Skills

Lived recovery experience

Strong communication

Documentation skills

MS Office proficiency

Willingness to travel

Bilingual ability

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 and develop recovery care plans, collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least four years of recovery experience, travel within a 60-mile radius, and NAADAC NCPRSS certification within six months. Bilingual ability and MS Office knowledge are preferred.