Peer Recovery Specialist - Crisis Services; Nights

Overview

Peer Recovery Specialist – Crisis Services (Nights) – Abingdon, VA. Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt, Sunday - Wednesday, 8:00pm-6:00am. Compensation: $16.00 with a $1 shift differential for nights; commensurate with education/experience. Education: High School Diploma/GED and Peer Recovery Specialist Certification required (can be completed after hire). Experience: Lived experience with SUD or lived experience with SMI or similar diagnosis, or lived experience with an immediate family member with SMI or similar diagnosis. This position is part of HCS’ larger Peer Recovery Team across all crisis and HCS services.Responsibilities

Provide in-the-moment representation of the consumer perspective to assist in de-escalation and crisis intervention by providing empathy, emotional support, encouragement, and education that can only come from personal lived experience. Work directly alongside clinical crisis staff in facility and community settings to support crisis stabilization.Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED and Peer Recovery Specialist Certification required (can be completed after hire).Lived experience as described above.Benefits

Individual and Family Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage4% Employer Retirement Contribution with up to 3% Additional Employee MatchOffering Trainings and Professional GrowthPaid Time Off ProgramObserved HolidaysWork Schedule FlexibilityEmployee Referral ProgramLife Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and other Voluntary BenefitsApply at www.highlandscsb.org and submit a formal resume with the application. A Drug Free Workplace/Equal Opportunity Provider and ..... full job details .....