Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (CPRS) Reports to: Lead Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 10:00am - 6:00pm and Wednesday, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Compensation: Hourly rate of $20.00 – $23.00, commensurate with experience.
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
At Dove and Robin Recovery, we believe in the transformative power of addiction treatment. Our dedicated team of professionals provides a continuum of care, encompassing Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). With hearts filled with compassion and unwavering commitment, we offer a supportive environment with treatment services tailored to the unique needs of each person who walks through our doors. Position Summary:
The
Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist at Robin Recovery plays a key role in supporting clients through their recovery journey. This position focuses on providing compassionate, peer based support services, including individual and group sessions, as well as transportation for clients between recovery housing, the treatment center, and community meetings. The Peer Support Specialist uses their own lived experience to connect with clients, offering hope and guidance while promoting a sense of belonging and community.
Duties, Responsibilities, & Essential Job Functions: - Provide individual and group peer support services, sharing personal recovery experiences to inspire hope and motivate clients.
- Transport clients safely to and from recovery housing, the treatment center, and external recovery meetings, ensuring they have access to all necessary services and support.
- Assist clients in navigating the recovery process, offering guidance, emotional support, and resources based on their own lived experience.
- Collaborate closely with the clinical team to integrate peer support into individualized treatment plans, providing insights from a lived experience perspective.
- Monitor client progress, noting changes in behavior or mood, and communicate any concerns to the clinical team promptly.
- Facilitate recovery-related activities, meetings, and workshops, promoting a positive, supportive environment for clients.
- Serve as a liaison between clients and the broader recovery community, connecting clients with additional resources such as 12-step meetings, support groups, or sober events.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date client records and documentation in compliance with organizational policies and confidentiality standards.
Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certification as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) or equivalent.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification required (or ability to obtain).
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and other relevant laws and regulations.
Competencies: - Emergency and Safety: Understand and follow emergency procedures, provide first aid and CPR as needed, and maintain a secure environment for clients and staff.
- Overdose Prevention: Recognize signs of overdose and respond appropriately, including using naloxone and other reversal medications.
- Suicide Risk and Prevention: Recognize signs of suicide risk and respond using trained prevention strategies.
- Cultural Competency: Effectively work with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, adapting approaches as needed.
- Communication Skills: Communicate clearly and effectively with clients, using active listening and providing concise feedback.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Identify and resolve issues in the treatment process using critical and creative thinking.
- Organizational Skills: Manage time and resources efficiently, maintain client caseloads, and complete necessary documentation.
- Flexibility: Adapt to changing client needs and handle unexpected situations effectively.
- Self-Awareness: Recognize personal strengths and limitations, using self-awareness to improve practice.
- Empathy: Understand and empathize with clients, offering supportive and non-judgmental care.
- Respect: Treat clients with dignity and respect, honoring their unique experiences and perspectives.
- Professionalism: Maintain a professional demeanor, uphold ethical standards, and dress appropriately for the setting.
Benefits: More detailed information regarding benefits, including medical insurance and paid time off (PTO), will be provided upon employment.
Equal Opportunity Statement The organization is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws.
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