Peer Support Specialist - CRSC

Care Plus NJ, Inc.; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision

Life insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium  

401k Plan

Job summary

CarePlus NJ Inc in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Peer Recovery Specialist who will draw on personal recovery to support others. You will collaborate with Case Managers, Clinicians, and Prescribers to develop individualized recovery plans and act as a steady peer in the client journey.

Duties include guiding clients through orientation, maintaining supportive interactions, linking to community resources, documenting promptly with recovery-focused language, and sharing lived experience to promote

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in behavioral health setting preferred.
• Current CPR/AED (BLS) certification required.
• Must possess or pursue CPRS/NCPRSS from start of hire and obtain within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Engage clients in collaborative and caring relationships by assisting in the orientation process.
• Maintain group and individual supportive interactions with clients, their families, and social supports.
• Communicate effectively using personal recovery story to develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships.
• Provide recovery support by assisting clients in managing crises and encouraging exploration of community roles.
• Celebrate clients' efforts and accomplishments.
• Share lived experience of recovery and ongoing personal efforts to enhance health, wellness and recovery.
• Provide linkages to services and community resources.
• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner using recovery-oriented language.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/AED certification

CPRS/NCPRSS certification

Job description

Location: 610 Valley Health Plaza, Paramus NJ
Full-time, On-site
Hourly: $18.00 without a CPRS Certification; $22 with a CPRS Certification.

What We offer:

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation
• 401k Plan

Note: That's not all! We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.

Job Summary:

As a Peer Recovery Specialist, you will use your personal journey of recovery to assist others. Work alongside other healthcare providers, including Case Managers, Clinicians, and Prescribers, to develop individualized personalized recovery plans and be a support system for our clients.

What You Will Do:

• Engage clients in collaborative and caring relationships by assisting in the orientation process
• Maintain group and individual supportive interactions with clients, their families, and social supports
• Communicate effectively-using personal recovery story-to develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships and aid om the recovery process
• Provide recovery support by assisting clients in managing crises and encouraging exploration and pursuit of community roles
• Celebrate clients' efforts and accomplishments
• Share lived experience of recovery and ongoing personal efforts to enhance health, wellness and recovery.
• Provide linkages to services and community resources
• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner and using recovery-oriented language

What We Are Looking For:

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED
• Experience working in behavioral health setting
• Current and valid CPR/AED (BLS) certification
• Must possess or pursue CPRS/NCPRSS from start of hire and obtain within 6 months of hire
• Valid driver's license required and must be insurable by agency's automobile insurance for primary drivers

Don't believe you meet all the preferred requirements?

Studies have shown that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. At CarePlus NJ Inc, we are committed to building a workforce that is representative of all members of our community.

Who Are We?

The CRSC embraces a culture of diversity and inclusion in all of it policies and procedures. The CRSC follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.