Recovery Support Specialist : MH Emergency Department- 2nd shift

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JOB TITLE : Recovery Support Specialist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Full-time, 40 hours / week

SCHEDULED HOURS : Monday-Friday, 11AM-7 : 30PM

PROGRAM / LOCATION : Emergency Department RSS, Manchester, CT

• this role requires travel between hospitals

PC# : 2873

ABOUT THE PROGRAM :

Certified Peer Support & Recovery Specialist (CPSRP) uses their lived recovery experience to help others with behavioral health needs identify their own recovery goals, develop individualized recovery strategies, and promote self-advocacy. The RSS is knowledgeable regarding community resources and assists in linking clients to behavioral health and addiction follow up care, natural (family, friends) supports, community resources including LGBTQ+, Veteran’s and / or other support groups in a culturally informed, strength-based manner.

Participates in interventions to help reduce health care disparities, which may include screening for Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) such as housing, medical insurance, food security and transportation to identify and then help resolve barriers to healthcare.

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QUALIFICATIONS :

Education : Lived experience establishing and maintaining recovery from mental health or substance use condition(s) as required by position.

Experience : 2+ years working with identified populations and specifically as an CPSRP (formerly RSS) preferred. Self identifies as an individual with mental health and or substance use disorder in long term recovery.

Licensure / Certification / Registration : Certified Peer Support & Recovery Specialist (CPSRP) from Advocacy Unlimited, Recovery Coach Certification from CCAR, or an equivalent certification related to the field of Recovery Support required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire. Valid Driver’s License required.

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Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

COMPENSATION

$18.8631 / hour minimum, and up commensurate upon experience

CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.

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