Recovery Coach & Peer Support Specialist

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Pottsville (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc. is seeking a Certified Recovery Specialist to work in the LVPG-L Primary Care Addiction Med Hub in Pottsville. The role focuses on peer-to-peer support, linking patients with community resources, and facilitating recovery planning.

The CRS acts as a mentor, helps patients engage in recovery activities, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to advance treatment goals. Requires HS diploma and SUD experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year lived experience as a consumer of SUD services.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Develops supportive peer relationships with people with substance use disorder.
• Promotes trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.
• Assists with recovery management planning and connects to community resources.
• Liaises with interdisciplinary team to support treatment plans.
• Initiates referrals and facilitates transportation to appointments.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Problem-solving

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc. is seeking a Certified Recovery Specialist to work in the LVPG-L Primary Care Addiction Med Hub in Pottsville. The role focuses on peer-to-peer support, linking patients with community resources, and facilitating recovery planning.

The CRS acts as a mentor, helps patients engage in recovery activities, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to advance treatment goals. Requires HS diploma and SUD experience.