Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS)
MUST BE WV STATE CERTIFIED FOR PRSS AT TIME OF APPLICATION
LOCATIONS: CHARLESTON & HUNTINGTON, WV
WV FAMILY SUPPORT & REHABILITATION SERVICES (WVFSRS)
“Be where YOU matter”
OUR MISSION STATEMENT:
Our mission at WV Family Support & Rehabilitation Services (WVFSRS) is to empower individuals with behavioral health and/or Substance abuse or dependency issues to live a more stable, self-sufficient, and satisfying life; by promoting prevention, early intervention, resiliency, recovery & rehabilitation through accessible and quality care.
OUR VISION:
WV Family Support & Rehabilitation Services (WVFSRS) strives to become an ally in decreasing barriers to treatment within the behavioral health and substance abuse and dependance fields. By providing a safe space to engage in quality treatment, without discrimination, for all qualified Ohio & West Virginia residents.
OUR PURPOSE:
Each WV Family Support & Rehabilitation Services (WVFSRS) staff were chosen for their unique skills as well as their desire to make a difference within our clientele’s lives. WV Family Support & Rehabilitation Services (WVFSRS) cultivates a positive, forward thinking, and engaged culture. Through each interaction we are dedicated and determined to decrease the growing number of untreated individuals within both the Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse & Dependance fields.
MUST BE WV STATE CERTIFIED FOR PRSS AT TIME OF APPLICATION
****Job Summary: The Peer Support Specialist role is to use their own unique, life-altering experience to guide and support others who are in recovery from substance abuse. The PRSS will serve as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator to recovering individuals in order to help prevent relapse and promote long-term recovery.
Qualifications and Education Requirements ● High school diploma or GED ● WV STATE Peer Recovery Support Specialist Certification ● Must have been in recovery for a minimum of two years and be involved with a personal support and / or recovery system and not have received SUD treatment for the preceding six months ● Attestation of Recovery Statement ● Lived experience/ history of receiving mental health services, substance abuse disorder, or trauma ● Ability to work well independently and in a team environment ● Ability to work with a diverse group of people ● At least 18 years of age ● Valid driver's license and auto insurance preferred
Preferred Skills ● Effective verbal and written communication skills ● Must be resourceful, an independent and critical thinker, and self-sufficient ● Ability to prioritize tasks, exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality with sensitive information ● PROFIECIENT understanding of basic Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and computer skills.
Certifications All certifications will be required to be completed prior to start date with revalidation per company’s policy. ● HIPAA ● Adult CPR - First Aid ● Blood Borne Pathogens ● WV STATE Peer Recovery Support Specialist Certification
● CPI validation required within 30 days of employment with revalidation per company’s policy.
Role and Responsibilities ● Assist individuals with recovery planning, relapse prevention, housing needs, and education/employment
Assist recovering persons to identify their personal interests, goals, strengths, and weaknesses regarding.
COME BE A PART OF A GROWING TEAM!!!!!
Flexible work from home options available.