Peer/Recovery Specialist

Exciting opportunity to join an innovative Community Rehabilitation and Treatment Program that provides a comprehensive variety of services to adults. Services are designed to be flexible and to promote resiliency and recovery for all participants. Working as a member of a Mobile Team, the Recovery Specialist will provide education to individuals and Team members, advocacy, and direct service, using their own recovery experience as a positive model. Through both individual and group conversations, the Recovery Specialist will help to inspire hope that recovery is possible, guide individuals through their own recovery process, and assist individuals with learning about and accessing recovery resources and communities. Orientation and supervision provided.

Qualifications

Must have a lived history in the context of mental illness. Related work experience and the ability to articulate wellness/recovery focused values and principles are required. College degree preferred. High School Degree/GED and at least six months relevant experience required. Certification as a Peer Specialist (CPS) preferred. Must have a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills (in the English language) required. Must have valid driver's license and available, dependable transportation and be willing to provide transportation to persons served in personal vehicle, as needed.

About Riverside

Each year Riverside Community Care provides more than 40,000 adults, children and adolescents with a broad range of healthcare and human services. We are an award-winning, non-profit organization offering programs in mental healthcare, developmental and cognitive disabilities, addiction treatment, and early childhood services. We are here to make a difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities by delivering compassionate, locally-based, integrated care.

Offering support in over 70 communities in Massachusetts, Riverside provides the help thousands of people need, close to home. With over 100 programs, we focus on helping individuals and families lead healthy, productive lives. A few of our specialized services include: emergency mental health and substance abuse services, outpatient counseling and medication, home and school-based services and employment for people recovering from mental illness.

Riverside’s goal is to help individuals, families and communities reach their fullest potential. We believe that when people have the opportunity to participate as integral members of the community, they thrive. And when they succeed, they are able to give back, making the community healthier and stronger.

Application Instructions

Please apply for this job through our website at www.riversidecc.org.