PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST

POSITION TITLE : Peer Recovery Specialist

REPORTS TO : Peer Recovery Specialist Supervisor FLSA : Exempt

FUNCTION : Furthering the CFS, Corp. mission to serve individuals experiencing substance use disorders and supporting their recovery.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Graduate from an accredited high school or have high school equivalency
• National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS) or Certified Alcohol and Drug Addictions Consultant (CADAC) Certification preferred.
• Must meet all requirements for pre-employment as required by the CFS, Corp., state regulations, and licensure requirements.
• Two or more years of experience working as a community support individual or with in-home case management preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Documented experience working with at-risk populations
• Demonstrated knowledge of and sensitivity to diverse cultures.

COMPETENCIES : Communication proficiency, recruitment & and presentation skills, volunteer development and support, attentive listening skills, cultural competence, capacity to build collaborative relationships, time management, problem-solving capacity, needs assessment

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS : Current valid driver's license from state of residence with a satisfactory driving record as defined by CFS, Corp. vehicle policy and / or liability insurance carrier.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Must be able to bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, sit, stand, and walk for periods. Must be able to lift from the floor to the waist up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 30 pounds occasionally.

VISUAL AND COGNITIVE DEMANDS : Must have excellent communication skills. Must be able to generate written reports or summaries using a prescribed format. Must be able to give and receive verbal and written instructions. Must have fine vision, sustained vision, and peripheral vision. Must possess sufficient eye / hand coordination to operate office equipment including, but not limited to phone, computer, calculator, or copier, if applicable.

W ORK LOCATION AND ENVIRONMENT : School, and office settings with varying degrees of background noise. Lighting and ventilation as found in a typical home, school, or office setting. The buildings, grounds, and vehicles are tobacco-free.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : The successful applicant should be able to perform ALL the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS :

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate. It is mutually agreed that the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as necessary, including overtime.