Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST- BRAND NEW OTP CLINICThe Certified Peer Recovery Specialists will work with other providers to ensure implementation of the Individualized service plan (with active patient involvement) through appropriate linkages, referrals, coordination, follow-up to needed support services, and direct care services. Specific activities include: assisting patient in their community, follow-up care to assess adherence to medical recommendations, assisting patients with travel in reaching important meetings and appointment as indicated in the treatment plan, and assisting patients with managing their multiple health issues. Through an integrated approach, the Peer Support Specialist utilizes their own experiences to offer individuals assistance in achieving stability and obtaining and maintaining the level of coping and basic life skills that is consistent with their treatment goals. Peer Recovery Support Services are an evidence-based model of care which consists of a qualified peer support provider who assists individuals with their recovery. Peer Recovery Specialists may deliver services in-person or through telemedicine or audio-only.Responsibilities:Provide service activities to include the following interventions:Education and training of clients and others who have a legitimate role in addressing the needs identified in the Individualized Service PlanPreventive, and therapeutic interventions designed for direct individual activitiesAssist with skill enhancement or acquisition and support ongoing treatment and functional gains.Develop interpersonal and community relational skills, including adaptation to home, school, work and other natural environments.Therapeutic mentoring and SupportSymptom monitoring and self-management of symptomsInform the client about benefits, community resources and services.Assist the client in accessing benefits and services.Arrange for the client to receive benefits and services.arrange, link or integrate multiple services as well as assessment and reassessment of the client’s need for services.Provide coordination of movement across levels of care, directly to the person/family, Referral linkage and Person-Centered PlanningCoordinates community re-entry following hospitalization, residential services and other levels of care.Service coordination activities within the person-centered planDaily and Community Living Skills including Skill building, Socialization skills, Adaptation skills, Symptom monitoring and management skills.Education substance abuseOther duties as assigned.Horizon’s programs have dedicated marketing support and outstanding resources from the nation’s largest psychiatric contract management company. Excellent opportunity for growth with this national company whose philosophy and track record is to first try to promote from within. For more information about Horizon, please see: .Benefit Highlights:Competitive CompensationExcellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan401(K) with company match and discounted stock planLong and Short-term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts; Healthcare Savings AccountLife InsuranceCareer development opportunities within the companyTuition AssistanceRewarding work environment - Enjoy going to work everyday!Requirements:High school diploma or GED requiredCompletion of Certified Peer Recovery Specialist ProgramCPRS certification requiredExperience working with individuals with substance use disorderExperience with family, individual and group settings, care coordination, crisis intervention and treatment skills

Created: 2025-06-03