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Peer Recovery Specialist STAR Morris

Care Plus NJ, Morris Plains, NJ, United States


Location

415 Speedwell Avenue, Morris Plains NJ Hours

On-site / In the Community M-F: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm or 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Hourly Rate

$21.63 What We Offer

Health & Dental Coverage Union Benefits Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation 401K Plan and Tuition Reimbursement Employee Discount and Rewards Program Life & AD&D insurance; STD & LTD coverage Job Summary

As a Peer Recovery Specialist, you will use your personal journey of recovery to assist others. Work alongside other healthcare providers, including Case Managers, Clinicians, and Prescribers, to develop individualized personalized recovery plans and be a support system for our clients. What You Will Do

Attend mandated training to delineate peer role functions, competencies, and responsibilities In collaboration with the individual, case manager, clinician, and/or prescriber, develop a Recovery Plan Educate the individuals on how to navigate treatment, social service, and recovery support systems Provide recovery support services based on the individual's preference and his/her/their assessed needs Work collaboratively with the case manager to ensure the individual engages in services for up to a year Reinforce, guide, and reassure the individual that recovery is possible and is built on multiple strengths, coping abilities, and the resources of everyone. What We Need To See

Minimum of high school diploma or equivalency, associate's degree or above preferred. Must have two (2) years of experience in the guiding principles of recovery that assist individuals in improving their health and wellness Must be at least two (2) years in active recovery from a substance use disorder. A valid driver's license and must be insurable by the agency's automobile insurance. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Care Plus follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.

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