Certified Recovery Specialist

What You'll Do:

• Peer Support and Advocacy:
  • Actively facilitate or co-facilitate group and individual recovery sessions, offering guidance and encouragement throughout the treatment process.
  • Serve as an advocate for individuals, helping them navigate the challenges of recovery with the support of crisis management plans.
• Therapeutic Alliance and Crisis Intervention:
  • Work to minimize the use of seclusion and restraint by building strong, trust-based therapeutic relationships and practicing trauma-informed care.
  • Utilize de-escalation techniques to manage potential conflicts and communicate effectively during crisis situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of all involved.
• Resource Coordination:
  • Demonstrate knowledge of community resources and assist individuals in accessing services that meet their specific recovery needs.
  • Implement an understanding of multiple recovery paths, promoting each as a viable option based on the individual’s circumstances.
• Substance Use and Addiction Knowledge:
  • Identify signs and symptoms of substance use, intoxication, tolerance, withdrawal, and overdose, using this knowledge to provide informed support.
  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of addiction models and the impact of substance use on the brain, incorporating this knowledge into recovery strategies.
• Collaborative Care and Documentation:
  • Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring a cohesive approach to treatment and recovery.
  • Accurately document all encounters with individuals in the Electronic Health Record (EHR), maintaining a clear and compliant record of services provided.
• Personal Experience and Support:
  • Encourage and support individuals by sharing personal recovery experiences, using appropriate self-disclosure to build trust and inspire hope.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to contribute to the overall success of the recovery program. 

What You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Certified as a Certified Recovery Specialist with Pennsylvania Certification Board and must maintain registration throughout employment
• Must be able to perform Safe Clinch restraint techniques
• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to document in an Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) must be obtained within seven days of  hire
• Must be able to pass the following background checks
  • Child Abuse Clearance
  • FBI Criminal Background Check
  • Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check
  • Medical screenings (Physical, TB, and Drug test)
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment
• Physical Requirements
  • Safely perform physical interventions (e.g., standing, pivoting, reaching, kneeling, lowering to the floor, and supporting another person’s weight)
  • Lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally
  • Tolerate prolonged walking, standing, and observation in a fast-paced environment
  • Work with individuals who may exhibit agitation, aggression, or unpredictable behavior

It would be great if you had:

• Additional certification as a Certified Peer Specialist with the Pennsylvania Certification Board
• Understanding of WRAP (Wellness Recover Action Plan)
• Knowledge of evidence-based/person-centered skillsets, such as Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Informed Care, Verbal De-escalation, and Person-centered language

What We Offer:

Full-time only:

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays
• Company‑paid parental leave available to eligible employees

All employees (Pool, Part-time and Full-time):

• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
• After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan 

Connections Health Solutions is proud to be a Second Chance Employer.