Peer Recovery Specialist-Hope Initiative Position Available In Providence, Rhode Island

Peer Recovery Specialist-Hope Initiative CODAC Behavioral Health Services – 3.3

Providence, RI Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$36.5K – $42.2K a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Loan forgiveness Life insurance Qualifications Addiction counseling Certified Recovery Specialist Social work Mid-level Driver’s License Motivational interviewing Mentoring Full Job Description CODAC believes in saving lives by understanding the whole person. We tailor patient centered, wrap-around care to meet our patients’ needs. CODAC uses evidence based addiction treatment medicine and behavioral healthcare, combined with a compassionate presence. We offer hope for all who struggle with substance use and mental health disorders throughout Rhode Island. CODAC has been a leader in addiction treatment in Rhode Island for over 40 years. We have 9 locations in two states (RI and MA). CODAC supports employees’ career growth by providing education and training in the latest treatment modalities and in sponsoring licensure. Our innovative programs offer ongoing opportunities for career development in a variety of employment areas. CODAC is committed to providing the support needed by our team to achieve their career goals. As a non-profit organization, CODAC’s benefits package includes: medical and dental insurance, life insurance, a 403b retirement plan, and some tuition reimbursement. Additional benefits include three weeks paid vacation, nine paid holidays, four personal days, earned wellness days annually, and eligibility for student loan forgiveness. CODAC believes in its team. We welcome you to become a partner in CODAC’s vision Effective October 1, 2021 , in accordance with the Rhode Island Department of Health , all CODAC employees working in the clinics must be fully vaccinated for SARS CoV2 (COVID-19

PURPOSE:

WORK WITHIN THE HOPE INITIATIVE PROGRAM TO MOTIVATE TO SUPPORT AND REFERS AT RISK INDIVIDUALS TO APPROPRIATE TREATMENT PROGRAMS MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Hope Initiative team on home visits and manage assigned case load
• Knowledge of Rhode Island treatment, detox, and recovery support resources and have the understanding to connect those identified at risk individuals to appropriate services
• Work in close conjunction with the law enforcement to provide optimal client care
• Ability to actively listen and reflect conveying empathy
• Engage with a person-centered approach
• Encourage and support individuals in exercising the greatest level of choice over their service and support options and responsibility for their recovery
• Assist and support in the following areas where possible: o Abstinence, which includes adherence to a medication assisted recovery regimen and/or any other prescribed medications o Education o Employment o Reduced criminal justice involvement o Stability in housing o Improved health o Social connectedness o Quality of life
• Obtain and sustain Motivational Interviewing proficiency
• Experience in documentation, policy, procedure, and ethics around peer engagements
• Willingness and ability to be flexible with schedule
• Perform other duties as required

REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of Peer Recovery Specialist Training/Knowledge based on lived experiences.
• Have a valid driver’s license
• Ability to move up to 30 lbs
• Subject to Criminal background check
• Pre-employment and random toxicology screens Codac Behavioral Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Ability to

Commute:

Providence, RI 02901 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Providence, RI 02901: Relocate before starting work (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person