Certified Peer Recovery Specialist - PRSS

Overview

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Seeking: Certified Peer Recovery Specialist - WVCBAPP Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) certification required

Full-Time Hours: Monday - Friday, 5 AM - 1:30 PM

Our Benefits:

Semi-Annual Bonus Program

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Competitive 401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick time

STAR LRP Student Loan Forgiveness

Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance

Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry Our Team:

Beckley Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Beaver, WV, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our mission is to provide full-circle care that includes a blend of therapies and the use of safe and effective medications. Our team is the front line of our fight against the opiate epidemic.

Your Job as a Peer Support Specialist/Recovery Coach:

Peer Support Specialist supports and assist patients in their recovery from Opioid Use Disorder to break down barriers to treatment and bridge together the varying entities that help an individual maintain productive, long-term recovery. Additionally, the Peer Support Specialist will assist the patient in developing skills and enhancing strengths to avoid relapse and successfully navigate the full continuum of care and the road to long-term recovery.

Job Responsibilities:

Provides peer support to clinically complex patients, drawing on common experiences as a peer; validates each individuals' experiences and provides guidance and encouragement to these individuals to take responsibility and actively participate in their own recovery

Engages patients referred to treatment at the initial point of contact, clinic or other community provider, to expedite screening for the appropriate level of care.

Acts as advocate and mentor to patients in recovery to promote decision making, empowerment and engagement

Acts as a role model for patients by sharing effective coping techniques and self-help strategies to promote personal growth and development in handling internal and external stressors, positive health, wellness and lifestyle choices

Provides peer support knowledge related to treatment including methadone, buprenorphine or extended-release naltrexone injection maintenance treatment.

Acts as a liaison between patients, clinical team and community resources including but not limited to:

Assisting patients in seeking and receiving services to meet their individual social needs and provides support to facilitate patient success to maintain recovery

Assisting in the process of acquiring housing, necessities and skills needed to maintain daily and monthly household responsibilities and independent living

Assisting patients in establishing a relationship with a primary care provider or additional medical care in a coordinated/team approach

Serving as linkage between patients and employers in the area to assist patients in obtaining and maintaining gainful employment

Assisting patients with acquiring and developing life and social skills, education and other needs identified by the individual to promote quality of life after recovery

Serves as consultants and subject matter experts in MAT and patient participation in community support groups such as Narcotics Anonymous and Celebrate Recovery.

Updates healthcare team on a regular basis as to the patient's status, including, but not limited to changes in mood or functioning, medical issues and all crisis and health and safety issues

Documents all "no shows," and communicates all difficulties contacting patients with appropriate office staff

Documents services provided regularly, concisely, and completely in accordance with clinical standards and policy guidelines

Attends all office trainings as well as regular clinical supervision sessions with assigned supervisor

Preforms other duties as assigned Qualifications

Required Education & Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED required; college degree preferred

No previous work experience in field required.

Prefer direct experience in substance use disorder (SUD) through personal life experiences, instruction/internships, or similar practicum through education or certification process. Licenses/Certifications:

Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) certification from WVCBAPP Required

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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