Who are We
Since 1985 Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc. (BCCS) has been a trusted provider of outstanding substance abuse and behavioral health treatment. BCCS is a community organization that prides itself on helping members of our community recover with dignity. We enhance the quality of life by creatively providing Education, Advocacy, Prevention, Early Intervention and Treatment Services. We promote hope and empowerment to persons and families touched by mental illness, substance abuse, HIV and multiple occurring diagnoses, and their related challenges.
What You'll Do as a Peer Recovery Specialist with our Drug Diversion Program
The PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST is primarily responsible as a case manager to assigned clients.
Support clients in building social skills in the community that will enhance job acquisition.
Model effective coping techniques and self-help strategies.
Perform all other duties as assigned by the Peer Recovery Supervisor.
Support clients in articulating personal goals for recovery and wellness and the objectives necessary to reach his or her recovery and wellness goals.
Teache clients how to facilitate their recovery.
Teache clients techniques for identifying and combatting negative self-talk, identifying, and overcoming fears.
Teache and role models the value of every individual’s recovery experience.
Utilize and teaches problem-solving techniques with individuals and groups.
Complete wellness plans- makes appropriate referrals to outside agencies.
Requirements
REQUIRED: High School Diploma or GED
REQUIRED: Valid driver's license with 2 points or less
REQUIRED: Must be a Peer: BCCS employs a diverse workforce, and we especially encourage applications from those who are in recovery. This position requires that the candidate chosen for it is a peer. BCCS defines a peer as anyone who is in recovery from addiction to drugs or alcohol.
PREFERRED: Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS). If you are not certified, certification is required within the first year of employment.
Schedule
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. or 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
One late shift per week from 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Pay
From $18/hr.,
Commensurate based on experience, education, and certification!
The compensation package for this position includes
Group medical, dental, and vision coverage with low employee costs
34 paid days off annually
Tuition reimbursement
A retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%!
Brandywine Counseling is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
No weekends!
Opportunity for advancement
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What You'll Do as a Peer Recovery Specialist with our Drug Diversion Program
The PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST is primarily responsible as a case manager to assigned clients.
Support clients in building social skills in the community that will enhance job acquisition.
Model effective coping techniques and self-help strategies.
Perform all other duties as assigned by the Peer Recovery Supervisor.
Support clients in articulating personal goals for recovery and wellness and the objectives necessary to reach his or her recovery and wellness goals.
Teache clients how to facilitate their recovery.
Teache clients techniques for identifying and combatting negative self-talk, identifying, and overcoming fears.
Teache and role models the value of every individual’s recovery experience.
Utilize and teaches problem-solving techniques with individuals and groups.
Complete wellness plans- makes appropriate referrals to outside agencies.
Requirements
REQUIRED: High School Diploma or GED
REQUIRED: Valid driver's license with 2 points or less
REQUIRED: Must be a Peer: BCCS employs a diverse workforce, and we especially encourage applications from those who are in recovery. This position requires that the candidate chosen for it is a peer. BCCS defines a peer as anyone who is in recovery from addiction to drugs or alcohol.
PREFERRED: Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS). If you are not certified, certification is required within the first year of employment.
Schedule
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. or 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
One late shift per week from 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Pay
From $18/hr.,
Commensurate based on experience, education, and certification!
The compensation package for this position includes
Group medical, dental, and vision coverage with low employee costs
34 paid days off annually
Tuition reimbursement
A retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%!
Brandywine Counseling is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
No weekends!
Opportunity for advancement
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