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Peer Recovery Specialist

Company name
NRI Community Service

Location
Woonsocket, RI, United States

Employment Type
Full-Time

Industry
Disability, Healthcare

Posted on
Aug 29, 2021

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Peer Recovery Specialist - ACT

(Full Time)

Location:

Woonsocket, RI

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OSITION SUMMARY:

To provide a bridge between providers and adults with serious mental illness. Peer Specialists will assist in facilitating the care and well-being of adults receiving services while working on a multidisciplinary team. Peer Recovery Specialists have lived experience with behavioral health issues and/or addiction, possess the ability to work and communicate effectively, and have an outgoing and engaging personality to connect with individuals. The position requires one to share lived experience of mental illness and/or addiction (when appropriate), serve as a role model for peers, and share self-help techniques and effective coping strategies. Peer Recovery Specialists will help peers develop natural support systems.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIRED:

High School diploma or equivalent. Have successfully completed and passed a Co-occurring Peer Specialist training program endorsed by BHDDH and possess (or be scheduled for next training) IC/RC state certification (CPRS). In addition, have maintained, within the last three (3) years, at least 12 months of successful full or part time paid or voluntary work experience (not necessarily consecutive) or one year post-secondary education experience totaling 24 credit hours. Valid driver’s license, approved driving record, and reliable vehicle required. Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Valid Driver’ license and ability to transport clients. Acquire and maintain Certified Peer Recovery Specialist state credentialing. Effective communication skills, good computer skills. Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include nights and weekends.

Company info

NRI Community Service

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