Peer Recovery Support Specialist Position Available In Beaufort, South Carolina

Peer Recovery Support Specialist Southern Sky Recovery 60 Pennington Drive, Bluffton, SC 29910

Full Job Description Job Title:

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) OR Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS)

Report To:

Clinical Director Job Type:

Part-Time Benefits:

Partial Job Summary:

The Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) OR Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) works on the continuum of care but can address areas that other professions are unable to. CPRS/CPSSs are expected to share personal experience, strength, and hope with clients to motivate and connect with them in a way that others may not be able to. CPRS/CPSSs work to get clients connected within their communities with positive support. Navigating professional boundaries is extremely important in peer recovery coaching.

Education and Experience, Certificates, and Licenses:

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS): High school diploma or jurisdictionally certified high school equivalency (e.g. GED). Continuous, sustained one year of lived recovery and practical experience that must be verified by current and/or previous employers or an administrator of volunteer organizations. Successful completion of 46-hour training from a South Carolina PSSCC Certified Training Center. 500 hours of volunteer or paid experience specific to the four domains (Advocacy, Mentoring/Education, Recovery Support, and Ethical Responsibility). Successful completion of the IC&RC written examination. A valid driver’s license Reliable transportation Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS): High school diploma or jurisdictionally certified high school equivalency (e.g. GED). Continuous, sustained one year of lived recovery and practical experience that must be verified by current and/or previous employers or an administrator of volunteer organizations. Successful completion of 46-hour training from a South Carolina PSSCC Certified Training Center. A valid driver’s license Reliable transportation Duties and Responsibilities Include but Are Not Limited to: Provides peer support, sharing stories, personal feelings, information, and strategies for living well. Takes the role of an advocate in a variety of areas including but not limited to: legal, vocational, educational, and/or treatment needs. Identifies and cultivates a myriad of community-wide services and supports that are key to meeting the varying needs of those served. Maintains official records and documents, complies with

HIPAA/42CFR

privacy laws, and ensures compliance with federal state, and local regulations. Works closely with the Outreach Coordinator and provides outreach in the local area to promote the recovery coach services. Connects individuals to personal and community supports necessary to live independently. Assists individuals with obtaining recovery-oriented materials, attending recovery support meetings, and providing referrals, as necessary. Provides peer support, sharing stories, personal feelings, information, and strategies for living well.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Salary and Benefits Package Salary commensurate with experience

Mission:

Southern Sky is committed to providing quality, comprehensive, and culturally competent substance use treatment services by implementing best practices and evidence-based treatments for individuals and their families impacted by substance use disorder.

Vision:

To be a trusted health partner creating a better way of life for every patient and family member.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$37,000.00 – $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift

License/Certification:

Peer Recovery Support Specialist Certification (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Bluffton, SC 29910 (Required)

Work Location:

In person