Certified Recovery Specialist

CERTIFIED RECOVERY SUPPORT

$1000 Sign on bonus for already Certified must show a PA approved vendor certificate

Peerstar is currently hiring for Recovery Support Specialists. Recovery Specialists work with individuals struggling with mental health and/or substance. The primary function of a Recovery Specialist is to assist individuals in setting and obtaining personal recovery oriented goals. Recovery specialists also support individuals in becoming more independent and take a more active role in the community.

Minimum Requirements

• Self Identify as having a Substance Use Disorder
• Have at least eighteen months, in a continuous manner, of personal, lived, recovery experience
• In the last 36 months have at least 12 months of employment, volunteer work
• Have a Bachelor's Degree OR High School Diploma OR GED
• Ability to use an iPad for documentation purposes

Peerstar does not discriminate against staff, consumers or family members based on Age, Race, Sex, Religion, Ethic Origin, Economic Status, or Disability and Observes all applicable state and federal statutes and limitations.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.48 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• "Do you self identify as having a Substance Use Disorder?" (This is a regulatory requirement for this position.) Please type in "yes" or "no".
• "Do you have at least eighteen months, in a continuous manner, of personal, lived, recovery experience." (This is a regulatory requirement for this position.) Please type in "yes" or "no".
• “This work requires site to site travel. Are you willing to travel to multiple sites within the county you are applying to?” Please type in "yes" or "no".

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• PCB Certification (Preferred)
• Recovery Specialist Certification (Required)

Work Location: On the road