Job Description

Job Description

If you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then Preferred Behavioral Health Group is the place for you! By joining our award-winning team, you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey. PBHG is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization that was proudly named one of " THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY " for 2024 by NJBIZ! Our mission is to **** change lives and save lives across the state of New Jersey **** through a Trauma Informed Care culture.

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Job Title: Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Program: CPSAI

Location: Hunterdon Area

Position Type: Full Time

Starting Salary $37,500.00

Job Description/Summary

The Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) uses lived experience to align with DCPP-involved clients to develop and achieve client-identified goals. PRSS meets with voluntary clients in the community to assist in networking mutual support meetings, navigating social services and DCPP objectives and acting a sober advocate for client in their recovery journey.

Essential Job Function

• Maintain written weekly and monthly reports of client progress
• Schedule and attend meetings with clients in the community
• Support clients in developing and meeting identified goals
• Maintain agency vehicle

Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication
• Able to maintain appropriate boundaries with clients and demonstrate ethical critical thinking and judgement with clients
• Collaborative attitude with co-workers and DCPP
• Basic computer competency
• Knowledge of local recovery and social service resources

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency, Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
• Valid Driver’s License in good standing
• 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 trainings may include: Domestic Violence (DV), Sexual Assault, Human Trafficking, Psychological First Aid and all agency specific trainings.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

o Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance

o 403(b) Retirement Plan

o Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

o Long Term Disability Insurance

o Life and AD &D Insurance

o Employee Assistance Program

o Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account

o Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance

o Staff Training and Development Opportunities

o Employee Referral Bonus program

EOE