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About the Role

Peer Support Specialists will engage with consumers, providing non-clinical assistance and support after a crisis has been resolved. They will demonstrate competency in peer-to-peer support before working independently. The 988 Program offers 24/7 mobile community outreach for adults experiencing mental health, substance use, or suicidal emergencies, aiming for crisis de-escalation without law enforcement intervention unless safety is a concern.

Responsibilities

Take the lead on engagement.
Conduct non-clinical assistance.
Provide support to consumers after the initial crisis has been resolved.
Participate in DMHAS approved de-escalation, mental health crisis, substance use crisis, and suicide training.

Requirements

Must be trained in crisis intervention.
At least 2 years of continuous recovery from an SMI or SUD diagnosis.
At least one year of field experience working with community individuals.
Driver's license must be in good standing, with no recent suspensions or violations of careless/reckless driving or excessive speeding of more than 20 MPH.
No more than 2 moving violations within the last 3 years.

Skills

Peer-to-peer support
Crisis intervention
De-escalation
Mental health crisis support
Substance use crisis support
Suicide crisis support

Location

Berlin, NJ

Work Type

Part Time
Any shift

Experience Level

At least one year of field experience

Education Level

Certified Recovery Support Practitioner (CRSP) or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) from Addiction Professional Certification Board
Certified Recovery Support Practitioner (CRSP) from Mental Health Association in New Jersey
National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS), Certified Wellness Coach, or Community Mental Health Associate certificate from NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals

Salary/Compensations

$18.00 - $20.00 Hourly
$1.00 shift differential for hours worked 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.

Benefits

NJ Earned Sick Leave Time
One and a half paid for time worked on 9 Agency-paid holidays
Training opportunities provided throughout the year
Retention bonus of $9.60 for every 8-hour shift worked, every six months

About the Company

Legacy Treatment Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity

Legacy Treatment Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.