Recovery Advocate & Peer Support Specialist

Centerstone of Florida; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision health

403b retirement plan with company

Paid time off and ten paid holidays

AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and LT

Employee Resource Groups

Continuing education opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Centerstone of Florida is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist to work with the Florida Assertive Community Treatment program. You will provide emotional support, help access resources, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in community settings.

Utilize lived experience to inspire recovery, empower clients, and engage families. Opportunities for professional development and involvement with community partners are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CPRS certification required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and culturally sensitive skills.
• Experience with documentation and electronic health records is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and informational peer support to FACT clients and families.
• Assist with accessing community resources and promoting recovery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and community partners.
• Attend trainings, meetings and document care in a timely manner.
• Support parent groups and leadership activities where applicable.
• Engage clients using lived experience to empower independence.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural sensitivity

Time management

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPRS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Centerstone of Florida is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist to work with the Florida Assertive Community Treatment program. You will provide emotional support, help access resources, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in community settings.

Utilize lived experience to inspire recovery, empower clients, and engage families. Opportunities for professional development and involvement with community partners are available.