Hybrid Certified Peer Recovery Specialist​/Chemical Dependency Tech

Hybrid Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) / CD Tech

Fellowship Recovery LLC

Location:

Minneapolis & St. Louis Park, MN Job Type: Part-Time, Hourly

Schedule:

Monday–Friday | Up to 29 hours per week Starting Pay: $20.00/hour

Fellowship Recovery is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and recovery-focused Hybrid Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) / CD Tech to join our Clinical Services team.

This hybrid role combines peer recovery support with CD Tech responsibilities to help provide consistent client support, maintain a safe and structured treatment environment, and respond to the changing needs of our programming.

The ideal candidate has lived experience in recovery, strong professional boundaries, and a genuine desire to help individuals navigate early recovery and build long-term recovery capital.

This position requires Monday through Friday availability.

Hours will vary based on programming, client needs, and organizational demand, with employees scheduled for up to 29 hours per week.

Candidates must be available to work each weekday, Monday through Friday, as scheduling may vary from day to day based on programming needs. While 29 hours are not guaranteed every week, employees must have the availability and flexibility to work up to the full 29 hours when programming requires it.

This position is best suited for someone who has consistent weekday availability and can flex their scheduled hours based on client and program needs.

• Provide one-on-one peer recovery support using lived experience to build rapport, promote hope, and encourage recovery.
• Assist clients in identifying recovery goals and actionable next steps consistent with their treatment plans.
• Help clients navigate treatment services, community resources, sober housing, employment, education, and healthcare.
• Promote engagement in treatment and help clients overcome barriers to recovery.
• Model healthy boundaries, self-care, accountability, and positive communication.
• Collaborate with clinical staff and participate in team meetings.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation of peer support services.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
• Maintain ethical and professional standards established by the Minnesota Certification Board.
• Provide treatment coordination services when appropriately trained, qualified, and approved by Fellowship Recovery.

• Conduct wellness checks and facility walk-throughs to support a safe and structured environment.
• Monitor client behavior and address concerns using trauma-informed, recovery-focused approaches.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and assist with de-escalation when needed.
• Encourage participation in daily programming and redirect behaviors that interfere with recovery goals.
• Provide support to clients experiencing distress or dysregulation while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Escort clients to internal appointments when assigned.
• Help new clients build rapport and transition into treatment.
• Support cleanliness and organization of shared spaces and completion of client chores.
• Identify and report safety or maintenance concerns.
• Communicate effectively with clinical staff and other team members to promote continuity of care.

• Certified or eligible for certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist through the Minnesota Certification Board (MCB) or equivalent credentialing body.
• Minimum of one year of sustained recovery from substance use disorder with active involvement in a personal recovery program.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license and proof of active automobile liability insurance.
• Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and ethical standards.
• Basic computer and documentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, cultural humility, and trauma-informed care.

• Previous experience working or volunteering in peer support, substance use treatment, behavioral health, or human services.
• Familiarity with co-occurring disorders and recovery-oriented systems of care.
• Knowledge of community resources related to housing, employment, healthcare, and recovery.
• Training in trauma-informed care, harm reduction, or motivational interviewing.
• Bilingual or…