CERTIFIED Recovery Specialist

Duties/Responsibilities:
· Assists patients with developing their individual service plans and other activities aimed at increasing their active participation in person-centered planning and the delivery of individualized services.

· Assists social services departments as directed.

· Shares personal recovery stories and describes personal experiences to inspire and support patients throughout the recovery process.

· Assists patients with the development of mental health advance directives.

· Supports patients with problem solving related to their reintegration into the community.

· Advises and informs patients on community resources, including housing, employment, education, transportation, recreation, health, religious/spiritual, and other resources to meet their individual recovery goals.

· Provides patients with support and guidance on recognizing the early signs of crisis, developing crisis plans, and implementing identified coping strategies.

· Assists patients with developing and maintaining positive personal and social support networks.

· Assists patients with developing their self-help skills and cultivates their ability to make informed, independent choices.

· Plans and facilitates practical activities for patients to increase their self-worth and improve their self-concepts.

· Facilitating psychoeducational groups.

· Documents services provided to patients.

· Acts as an advocate for patients to facilitate positive changes in their recovery.

· Performs related work as required.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:
· Knowledge of mental health peer support services.

· Knowledge of the recovery process and how it applies to patients with serious mental illness.

· Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

· Ability to maintain effective working relationships.

· Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

· Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.

· Ability to deal tactfully with coworkers, patients, and the public.

Required:

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Active certification as a Certified Recovery Specialist issued by the Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB).

· CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

Preferred:

· Mental Health Experience

· Hospital Experience

Job Types: Full-Time