RECOVERY SPECIALIST

Recovery Specialist Philadelphia, PA Full-Time / $40,000 per yearPosition OverviewThe Recovery Specialist plays a vital role in supporting Persons in Recovery (PIRs) as they work toward achieving and maintaining wellness. This position provides peer-based support, advocacy, and education to empower individuals to take an active role in their recovery journey.Serving as a role model, mentor, and motivator, the Recovery Specialist helps individuals build natural supports, develop community connections, and strengthen skills that promote long-term recovery and relapse prevention.Key ResponsibilitiesPeer Support & EngagementUtilize lived experience to build authentic, peer-to-peer relationships and support individuals in recoveryServe as a role model, mentor, and advocate to promote hope and long-term recoverySupport individuals in identifying strengths and using personal assets to achieve recovery goalsEducation & Support ServicesProvide recovery-focused education to individuals, families, and staffFacilitate or support participation in peer support groups (e.g., NA/AA, mutual aid groups)Assist in developing Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP) and relapse prevention strategiesPromote engagement in treatment and recovery-oriented activitiesCare Coordination & Community IntegrationIdentify and connect individuals with community and natural supportsSupport person-centered interventions as outlined in individualized service plansAssist individuals in building social connections and increasing community involvementDocumentation & ComplianceComplete accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency policiesMaintain confidentiality and adhere to all regulatory and organizational standardsProfessional ResponsibilitiesMaintain personal wellness to effectively support and model recovery-oriented behaviorsParticipate in training, team meetings, and ongoing developmentQualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED requiredMinimum of 2 years of experience supporting individuals in mental health and/or substance use recoveryMust self-identify as an individual with lived experience in mental health and/or substance use recoveryCore CompetenciesStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to build trust and rapport through lived experienceKnowledge of recovery principles, relapse prevention, and peer support modelsCultural humility and respect for diverse recovery journeysOrganizational skills and attention to detailWhy Join Us?Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals in recoveryBe part of a supportive, mission-driven teamOpportunities for growth and continued developmentAbout Company:Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment. Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate's provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

Created: 2026-04-15