Peer Recovery Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

The Residential Service Provider (RSP) position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, team oriented, recovery treatment environment helping individuals along the path of long-term recovery. The

RSPs will work as an integral part of a multi-functioning team that works interdependently with

each other.

Shifts available:

Weekend Overnight (SAT&SUN 8PM-8AM)

Weekend Support Shift SAT-9AM-5PM and SUN-1PM-9PM

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Supervise residents for extended time periods.

• Maintain a high level of engagement with all residents to ensure an environment of recovery is being maintained.

• Monitor residents’ activities, groups, chore lists, weekly visitation, etc.

• Maintain a positive, professional attitude toward residents, staff, and volunteers.

• Participate in facility group activities.

• Handle crisis situations in a calm supportive manner.

• Maintain confidentiality and comply with company, state, federal, 42 CFR, and HIPPA rules and regulations.

• Create a safe and healthy environment for residents.

• Supervise self-administration of medications.

• Complete drug screening.

• Comply with random employee drug screening.

• Other assigned duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Some combination of experience working in residential treatment environments and lived experience with SUD and/or supporting loved ones with SUD.

• Prefer trained Peer Recovery Specialists (or in current pursuit of CPRS)

• Valid driver's license

• Ability to articulate your recovery path

• Self-motivated

• Availability to work some evening, overnight and/or weekend shifts

• Good communication skills

• Ability to maintain program requirements and boundaries with compassion and respect

• Problem solving abilities

• Ability to complete and submit documentation in a timely manner

At Anderson Treatment, we envision a world where addiction recovery services are personalized, accessible, and inclusive for all. We strive to empower our patients to regain control of their lives through comprehensive, tailored, and compassionate care that supports their recovery journey, whether through outpatient therapy, residential care at The Twelve, or transitional living at Above Ground Recovery.

Company Description

At Anderson Treatment, we envision a world where addiction recovery services are personalized, accessible, and inclusive for all. We strive to empower our patients to regain control of their lives through comprehensive, tailored, and compassionate care that supports their recovery journey, whether through outpatient therapy, residential care at The Twelve, or transitional living at Above Ground Recovery.