The Council on Recovery
Recovery Support Peer Specialist
The Council on Recovery, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overview
The Council on Recovery is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization whose mission is to keep our community healthy, productive, and safe by providing services and information to all who may be adversely affected by alcohol, drugs, and related issues. As a Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS), you will provide community-based services to individuals over 18 in Harris County who identify with a substance use disorder, including a mental health condition, aspire to initiate or maintain their recovery, and improve their lives. You will support and walk alongside participants, remove barriers, and empower them on their recovery journey. You will meet people where they are in their recovery and support them on their chosen path. This position provides peer-based support to individuals seeking or maintaining recovery from substance use. You will assist individuals in navigating resources, building recovery capital, and developing the skills needed to achieve independence, resilience, and sustained recovery. The RSPS uses lived experience, recovery tools, and professional training to empower peers and connect them with community supports to sustain their self-identified recovery goals. Responsibilities
Carry a full RSPS Certification with the Texas Certification Board High School Diploma/GED required; Associate's Degree in a behavioral health field preferred, but not required Minimum of 2 years of lived experience in recovery from a substance use disorder Minimum of 1 year experience working as a Recovery Coach or Peer Recovery Specialist Bilingual preferred but not required Experience facilitating groups to vulnerable populations Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills (written, reading, verbal) Experience working independently and as part of a team Computer skills with Virtual/Video platforms; Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) required Local travel required; must have reliable transportation Valid Texas driver\'s license and current proof of insurance Preferred Experience
Knowledge of community resources and ability to develop relationships with outside agencies Experience in Motivational Interviewing Techniques Familiar with the Stages of Change and Phases of Recovery Knowledge of HHSC Clinical Management system (CMBHS) is a plus Assisting with issues that may impede day-to-day functioning and progress in recovery Accompanying individuals through new environments, services, and systems when appropriate Building on an individual’s strengths, needs, interests, and capabilities to improve recovery capital Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Other Mental Health Care
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The Council on Recovery is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization whose mission is to keep our community healthy, productive, and safe by providing services and information to all who may be adversely affected by alcohol, drugs, and related issues. As a Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS), you will provide community-based services to individuals over 18 in Harris County who identify with a substance use disorder, including a mental health condition, aspire to initiate or maintain their recovery, and improve their lives. You will support and walk alongside participants, remove barriers, and empower them on their recovery journey. You will meet people where they are in their recovery and support them on their chosen path. This position provides peer-based support to individuals seeking or maintaining recovery from substance use. You will assist individuals in navigating resources, building recovery capital, and developing the skills needed to achieve independence, resilience, and sustained recovery. The RSPS uses lived experience, recovery tools, and professional training to empower peers and connect them with community supports to sustain their self-identified recovery goals. Responsibilities
Carry a full RSPS Certification with the Texas Certification Board High School Diploma/GED required; Associate's Degree in a behavioral health field preferred, but not required Minimum of 2 years of lived experience in recovery from a substance use disorder Minimum of 1 year experience working as a Recovery Coach or Peer Recovery Specialist Bilingual preferred but not required Experience facilitating groups to vulnerable populations Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills (written, reading, verbal) Experience working independently and as part of a team Computer skills with Virtual/Video platforms; Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) required Local travel required; must have reliable transportation Valid Texas driver\'s license and current proof of insurance Preferred Experience
Knowledge of community resources and ability to develop relationships with outside agencies Experience in Motivational Interviewing Techniques Familiar with the Stages of Change and Phases of Recovery Knowledge of HHSC Clinical Management system (CMBHS) is a plus Assisting with issues that may impede day-to-day functioning and progress in recovery Accompanying individuals through new environments, services, and systems when appropriate Building on an individual’s strengths, needs, interests, and capabilities to improve recovery capital Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Other Mental Health Care
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