PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST - SOMERSET AREA

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 and 2025 by NJBIZ! Our mission is to change lives and save lives across the state of New Jersey through a **Trauma Informed Care** culture. Our staff is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a diverse team where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their individual contributions. We encourage staff development and embrace a growth mindset. If you are interested in pursuing an exciting and rewarding career while being part of a recognized “**Best Place to Work**”, please submit your resume today! **Job Title: Peer Recovery Support Specialist** **Program: CPSAI** **Location: Office 92 East Main Street Suite 101. Somerville, NJ 08876** **Position Type: Full Time** **Starting Salary $37,000.00** **Job Description/Summary** The Peer Recovery Support Specialist works with DCPP-involved adults with substance use disorders in Hunterdon County. Client participation in this program is voluntary. Peers work with client on client identified recovery goals and connecting to local resources such as mutual support meetings, social services and food/diaper banks. Peers function as sober advocates for client and must have at least two (2) years of continuous sobriety. **Essential Job Function** - Maintain regular contact with client - Verbal conferences with DCPP and other involved providers - Maintain required documentation of client progress - Meet with clients in the community and provide transport when appropriate - Assists in establishing and sustaining a social and physical environment supportive of recovery - Enhances identification and participation in the recovery community **Competencies** - Exhibits critical thinking - Demonstrates empathy and compassion - Willingness to "meet clients where they are at" and support multiple paths to recovery - Maintain strong professional boundaries in an informal community setting - Educates parent/caregiver on how to appropriately navigate treatment, social service and recovery support systems - Is a positive role model to parent/caregiver and their families by sharing knowledge, hope and skills. - Proficiently communicates - written and verbal **Qualifications** - **At least 2 continuous years of sustained recovery** - CPRS preferred - Working knowledge of substance use disorders and local recovery resources - High school diploma or equivalency, Bachelor’s Degree is preferred - Valid Driver’s License - Must be 21 years of age - **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