Certified Peer Recovery Supporter-Lancaster, OH Starlight SUD Floor

Where New Paths Begin

OhioGuidestone is the state's leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in-person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment. As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives-with compassion and respect-we ultimately empower them to take steps towards a healthier future.

Our Full/Part-Time Recovery Supporters provide sobriety support services and inspire hope of recovery from addiction or co-occurring disorders while client is engaged and participating in residential services. They provide education to the client on the addiction model and paths to recovery, while also expanding client's sober support network. Connecting the client to needed community resources in support of their recovery, is also helpful in preparing the client for long term and successful recovery.

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Essential Functions:

• Provide sobriety support services and inspire hope of recovery from addiction or co-occurring disorders

• Upon assignment, meet with client each week, and based upon need of client; step down as appropriate with supervisor input

• Educate the client on the addiction model and paths to recovery

• Help expand client's sober support network

• Connect the client to needed community resources in support of their recovery

• Address barriers to recovery

• Provide support to maintain recovery and reduce relapse

• Attend meetings, child visitation, and court hearings with client as requested by the payor

• Develop a Recovery Support Plan with each recoveree

• Timely and accurate documentation for all clients

• Adhere to Ohio Certified Peer Supporter Code of Ethics, and maintain an active status as a member of the Recovery Community at all times

• Attend supervision and training as assigned

• Behave in such a manner that models success

• Maintains regular and reliable attendance

• Exhibits positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required

• Demonstrates positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and present the Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts

Performance/Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed in the homes of clients and in the community

• English reading and writing skills required

• Interacts verbally with coworkers, representatives from outside agencies, and families

• Attention to detail and confidentiality required

• Driver's license with safe driving record in accordance with agency policy

• Works flexible hours

• Team player

• Basic computer skills are required

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Ohio Peer Recovery Supporter Certification required

• Work and/or Volunteer experience as a Recovery Coach and knowledge of court and county resources is preferred

• Must have a valid Ohio Driver's License with a safe driving record and valid insurance

• Ability to take and pass a physical exam and drug screening

Benefits include:

• NEW higher pay rates

• Clear career ladder for development path in various roles

• Competitive medical benefits including a zero-cost monthly option for employee or employee + children! Full Time Employees only.

• Free CEU trainings

• 10 paid holidays; two are exchangeable

• Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance

• Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations

• 401(k) with employer match option

• Employment Assistance Program (EAP)

• Mileage reimbursement

• Free licensure supervision

• Recognition and rewards

At OhioGuidestone we care about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. We require and cover the cost of a fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings. Committed to creating a more diverse community, we encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. EEO/AA M/F/H/V