About this opportunity
Care Plus NJ lists this Peer Support Specialist - CRSC opportunity in paramus, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Peer Support Specialist - CRSC
Location: 610 Valley Health Plaza, Paramus NJ
Full-time, On-site
Hourly Rate: Starting at $20.50. Must be certified.
6 Schedules Available:
Schedule 1: Tuesday into Wednesday 10:00 pm - 8:00 am, Wednesday into Thursday 10:00 pm - 8:00 am, Thursday into Friday 10:00 pm - 8:00 am, Friday into Saturday 10:00 pm - 8:00 am.
Schedule 2: Saturday into Sunday, 10:00 am - 8:00 am, Sunday into Monday 10:00 am - 8:00 am, Monday into Tuesday 10:00 pm - 8:00 am, Wednesday 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Schedule 3: Sunday 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Monday 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Tuesday 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Friday 1:00 am - 11:00 pm
Schedule 4: Saturday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Tuesday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Thursday 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Schedule 5: Wednesday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Thursday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Friday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm. Saturday 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Schedule 6: Wednesday 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Thursday 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm, Friday 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Sunday 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
What We offer:
Health, Dental, and Vision
Life insurance
Generous Paid Time Off
Competitive Hourly Wages and Premium Holiday Compensation
401k Plan
Note : That's not all! We have even more benefits available. Our recruiting team will provide you with more information as you continue with your interview process. Benefit eligibility is based on the specific requirements and criteria of each plan.
Job Summary:
As a Peer Recovery Specialist, you will use your personal journey of recovery to assist others. Work alongside other healthcare providers, including Case Managers, Clinicians, and Prescribers, to develop individualized personalized recovery plans and be a support system for our clients.
What You Will Do: Engage clients in collaborative and caring relationships by assisting in the orientation process
Maintain group and individual supportive interactions with clients, their families, and social supports
Communicate effectively-using personal recovery story-to develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships and aid om the recovery process
Provide recovery support by assisting clients in managing crises and encouraging exploration and pursuit of community roles
Celebrate clients' efforts and accomplishments
Share lived experience of recovery and ongoing personal efforts to enhance health, wellness and recovery.
Provide personalized client support
Provide linkages to services and community resources
Complete all required documentation in a timely manner and using recovery-oriented language
What We Are Looking For: Minimum of high school diploma or GED
Experience working in behavioral health setting
Current and valid CPR/AED (BLS) certification
Must possess a CPRS/NCPRSS from start of hire
Valid driver's license required and must be insurable by agency's automobile insurance for primary drivers
Don't believe you meet all the preferred requirements? Apply anyway !
Studies have shown that women, communities of color, and historically underrepresented individuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. At CarePlus NJ Inc, we are committed to building a workforce that is representative of all members of our community.
Who Are We?
The CRSC follows Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, et seq and NJ Law Against Discrimination. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State laws.
Worksite address
paramus, NJ, 07653, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.