Preferred Behavioral Health Group
PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST - LAWRENCEVILLE AREA
Preferred Behavioral Health Group, Lawrenceville, New Jersey, United States
PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST - LAWRENCEVILLE AREA
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PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST - LAWRENCEVILLE AREA
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Preferred Behavioral Health Group
Enhancing lives through the application of trauma-informed care, we are dedicated to building a diverse and supportive workforce that values each individual’s contribution. By joining our award-winning team you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey, and help change lives across the state.
Job Title Peer Recovery Support Specialist
Program CPSAI
Location Lawrenceville Area – Main Office: 3131 Princeton Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ, Building 6
Position Type Full Time
Starting Salary $37,450.00
Job Description / Summary The Peer Recovery Support Specialist draws upon lived experience to carry a message of hope and recovery to individuals experiencing a substance use disorder. They provide encouragement, support, outreach, service linkages, and advocacy. They cultivate connections with parents/caregivers and coach them to achieve recovery goals while modeling personal responsibility.
Essential Job Function
Reinforce, guide, and assure parents/caregivers and their families that recovery is possible and built on each individual's strengths and resources.
Assist parents/caregivers in gaining skills and resources needed to initiate and maintain recovery.
Assist in establishing and sustaining a social and physical environment supportive of recovery.
Enhance identification and participation in the recovery community.
Empower parents/caregivers to make self‑determined and self‑directed choices about their recovery pathway.
Collaborate with the parent/caregiver to develop a Recovery Plan, including culturally competent services, measurable objectives, strengths assessment, barrier identification, and progress monitoring.
Attend all Family Team Meetings, focus on supervision as requested, participate in case consultation with parent/caregiver and DCP&P case worker, attend consortia when applicable, and attend agency staff meetings.
Competencies
Educate parent/caregiver on navigating treatment, social service, and recovery support systems.
Serve as a positive role model by sharing knowledge, hope, and skills.
Communicate effectively, both written and verbal.
Exhibit critical thinking abilities.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalency; bachelor’s degree preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Basic computer skills.
Valid driver’s license.
Must be 21 years of age.
Knowledge of addictions preferred.
At least 2 continuous years of sustained recovery.
Must pass a pre‑employment drug test and background check.
Required Training The Department of Children and Families approved Peer Recovery Support Service training, including Ethics and Division of Child Protection and Permanency. Additional agency‑specific training may be required.
Additional Trainings May Include
Domestic Violence (DV)
Sexual Assault
Human Trafficking
Psychological First Aid
All agency‑specific trainings
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan
Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Long Term Disability Insurance
Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
Voluntary Benefits such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance
Staff Training and Development Opportunities
Employee Referral Bonus Program
EEO Statement Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST - LAWRENCEVILLE AREA
role at
Preferred Behavioral Health Group
Enhancing lives through the application of trauma-informed care, we are dedicated to building a diverse and supportive workforce that values each individual’s contribution. By joining our award-winning team you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey, and help change lives across the state.
Job Title Peer Recovery Support Specialist
Program CPSAI
Location Lawrenceville Area – Main Office: 3131 Princeton Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ, Building 6
Position Type Full Time
Starting Salary $37,450.00
Job Description / Summary The Peer Recovery Support Specialist draws upon lived experience to carry a message of hope and recovery to individuals experiencing a substance use disorder. They provide encouragement, support, outreach, service linkages, and advocacy. They cultivate connections with parents/caregivers and coach them to achieve recovery goals while modeling personal responsibility.
Essential Job Function
Reinforce, guide, and assure parents/caregivers and their families that recovery is possible and built on each individual's strengths and resources.
Assist parents/caregivers in gaining skills and resources needed to initiate and maintain recovery.
Assist in establishing and sustaining a social and physical environment supportive of recovery.
Enhance identification and participation in the recovery community.
Empower parents/caregivers to make self‑determined and self‑directed choices about their recovery pathway.
Collaborate with the parent/caregiver to develop a Recovery Plan, including culturally competent services, measurable objectives, strengths assessment, barrier identification, and progress monitoring.
Attend all Family Team Meetings, focus on supervision as requested, participate in case consultation with parent/caregiver and DCP&P case worker, attend consortia when applicable, and attend agency staff meetings.
Competencies
Educate parent/caregiver on navigating treatment, social service, and recovery support systems.
Serve as a positive role model by sharing knowledge, hope, and skills.
Communicate effectively, both written and verbal.
Exhibit critical thinking abilities.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalency; bachelor’s degree preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Basic computer skills.
Valid driver’s license.
Must be 21 years of age.
Knowledge of addictions preferred.
At least 2 continuous years of sustained recovery.
Must pass a pre‑employment drug test and background check.
Required Training The Department of Children and Families approved Peer Recovery Support Service training, including Ethics and Division of Child Protection and Permanency. Additional agency‑specific training may be required.
Additional Trainings May Include
Domestic Violence (DV)
Sexual Assault
Human Trafficking
Psychological First Aid
All agency‑specific trainings
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan
Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Long Term Disability Insurance
Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
Voluntary Benefits such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance
Staff Training and Development Opportunities
Employee Referral Bonus Program
EEO Statement Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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