Peer Recovery Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Purpose Summary:

• Responsible for monitoring the safety, security, sobriety and transportation of Victory Bay’s clients, who are in various levels of treatment for substance abuse.

Location: Clemton, NJ
Pay: $20/hr

Responsibilities Include:

Monitor and direct the daily schedule of clients; including performing tasks and staying on schedule to attend all treatment and activities. Organization and punctuality are key.

• Transport clients to treatment facility, and back to residence in Victory Bay transport vehicle. Comply with driving guidelines and GPS monitoring system.
• Monitor the condition and behavior of all clients for intoxication/drug use.
• Administer Urine Analysis and breathalyzer on scheduled days of the week and communicate to medical the results via email.
• Promptly relieving previous Peer Recovery Specialist and completing shift change report.
• Conduct searches of clients at intake and assist in completing intake paperwork.
• Always maintain and control company keys.
• Monitor clients and direct into group sessions or appointments when needed.
• Make concerted effort to build relationships with each client, and model healthy communication as part of program of Recovery.
• Complete transportation notes in KIPU daily.
• Complete client notes in KIPU weekly.
• Manage and defuse conflict between clients impartially and respectfully. Effectively remind clients of rules and consequences of breach. Enforce punitive measures when necessary.
• Maintain a collegial but professional demeanor, reflective of healthy sobriety, and appropriate boundaries with each client.
• Adhering to scheduled client transports and arrive to the facility in a timely manner.
• Report to and communicate with Direct Supervisor.
• Assist with facility maintenance.

Job Type: Full-time
Required education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred experience:

• 1-4 years’ experience working in a Drug & Alcohol Treatment Facility.

Required licenses or certifications:
Can obtain through Victory Bay after hiring if not obtained prior.

• Valid Driver's License - Reviewed by MVR report
• Current CPR Certification
• Narcan training
• Peer Recovery Specialist Certification
• Crisis Prevention Institute Certification (Within first 90 days of employment)