Mental Health Peer Specialist

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Cumberland County, NJ

Full Time

The Certified Mental Health Peer Recovery Specialist is an individual with lived experience with a mental health disorder or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorder and being involved with the criminal justice system. They are responsible for playing a vital role in supporting individuals on their recovery journey by providing mentorship, encouragement, and guidance. This position focuses on building positive relationships with clients, correctional staff, and community partners while educating individuals on recovery pathways and linking them to essential services.

Responsibilities include conducting individual check-ins and assisting clients in developing coping strategies to maintain long-term recovery.

• Participate in Court sessions as required.
• Provide clinical insight, case updates, and treatment recommendations including how urgent clinical concerns (e.g. decompensation crisis, non-compliance).
• Serve as a role model by sharing knowledge, hope, and skills to encourage recovery.
• Build rapport, sustain, and maintain positive relationships with clients, correctional staff, and community partners.
• Conduct individual check-ins to review client progress, address concerns, and provide Peer support to assist in meeting recovery goals.
• Educate individuals on recovery, treatment options, and available support systems.
• Link clients to community resources, including treatment programs, social services, recovery supports, and any other services to build recovery capital.
• Actively support individuals during the treatment engagement and retention process.
• Assist clients with gaining, maintaining, and developing skills and tools needed to sustain recovery and achieve personal goals.
• Guide clients in identifying relapse triggers and coping strategies to maintain recovery.
• Maintain regular follow-up communication with clients through in-person meetings, email, or telephone contact to ensure continuity of care.
• Work closely with Case Managers to develop and review individualized treatment plans as well as address any systematic problems or concerns.
• Participate actively in supervision, case reviews, and training to enhance service delivery.

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent
• A minimum of two years of experience in the guiding principles of recovery that assist individuals to improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and reach their full potential.
• Two years continuous sustained recovery and CPRS/CRSP required or obtain CPRS/CRSP within 6 months of hire.
• Active Certified Mental Health Peer Recovery Specialist Through the State

At the Center for Family Services our employees are our greatest resource and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*

• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
• 401k Plan
• Medical insurance plan options
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health & Wellness Activities
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• Opportunity for advancement

As part of our team, you will be recognized as our most valuable resource. Our staff balance best practices with personalized care. Together our team makes a positive difference in the lives of people in need. If you're interested in a rewarding career, Center For Family Services is a great place to grow as a professional. For more information about our top workplace, please visit Center For Family Services website terffs.org

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Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.