Recovery Support Specialist in Training (CPRS Path)

Carle Health; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health in Champaign, IL seeks a Peer Recovery Specialist in training focused on helping patients access evidence-based treatment for substance use disorders. You will work toward CPRS/CRSS certification, provide mentoring, and support patients navigating recovery with a harm-reduction approach.

Under supervision, you will connect patients to recovery programs, assist with appointments at CARC and community agencies, and educate on MAR options, naloxone, and available social services.

Qualifications

• Nonjudgmental, energetic, harm-reduction approach to SUD.
• Understand SUD as a medical condition and MAR role.
• Computer literacy and word processing knowledge.
• Ability to interact with patients in a culturally relatable manner.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Works well independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial brief assessments and connect patients to recovery programs.
• Facilitate outpatient clinic appointments at CARC and community agencies.
• Assist with access to services such as financial counseling, primary care, mental health, social services.
• Navigate barriers to treatment.
• Establish professional relationships and encourage follow-up.
• Provide ongoing recovery support under supervision.
• Respond to calls/messages from patients and providers.
• Use motivational interviewing to communicate respectfully and non-judgmentally.
• Maintain up-to-date information on substances, withdrawal, and treatment options.
• Educate patients, families and others on addiction and naloxone.

Skills

Harm-reduction approach

SUD as medical condition

Computer literacy

Cultural competence

Clear communication

Teamwork

Education

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) within 2 years

Tools

Word processing

Computer information systems

Job description

Carle Health in Champaign, IL seeks a Peer Recovery Specialist in training focused on helping patients access evidence-based treatment for substance use disorders. You will work toward CPRS/CRSS certification, provide mentoring, and support patients navigating recovery with a harm-reduction approach.

Under supervision, you will connect patients to recovery programs, assist with appointments at CARC and community agencies, and educate on MAR options, naloxone, and available social services.