Peer Recovery Specialist - Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)

Job description: Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Peer Recovery Specialist Location: 1007 North Main Street, Dayville, CT 06277 Agency Overview: United Services, Inc. is a leading non-profit provider of behavioral health and social services in northeastern Connecticut. With over 30 programs, 12 locations, and 250 dedicated professionals, we’re committed to improving the lives of children, adults, and families through compassionate mental health care, prevention, and support services. Our offices are located throughout Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner,” within easy commute of New London, Worcester, and Providence. Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Peer Recovery Specialist Description: United Services is looking to hire a full-time Peer Recovery Specialist to join our MAT team. If you are passionate about working with individuals in or seeking recovery from substance use and mental health disorders, this is the position is for you! Bring the peer perspective and your recovery experience to support and inspire others to achieve person-driven and self-defined achievable goals. Our team prides itself on providing a supportive work environment and encouraging a good work-life balance. With the support of the MAT team, you will provide assistance and support to individuals who are struggling with addiction to assist them with their recovery goals. Your activities will include working closely with the team’s prescribers and clinicians to strengthen wrap-around care, connecting clients with resources to support their recovery, providing routine coaching, support, and education to clients related to substance use, outreaching and making connections with external agencies, and assisting with wellness and health promotion activities. Schedule: Monday – Friday 9:00 am -5:30 pm and one shift 10:30 am – 7:00 pm Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or an Associate’s Degree in a related field plus 4 years of direct service experience or High School Diploma/equivalent plus 6 years of relevant experience required. Certification: Recovery Support Specialist or Recovery Coach from a DMHAS Approved Training Organization We accept certifications through Advocacy Unlimited (AU) Hartford Healthcare-Recovery Leadership Academy (HHC-RLA) or Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR) *Must be able to obtain Peer Support and Recovery Specialist Recovery Specialist Certification within one year of employment. Salary/Hourly Range: $19.00-$21.50 per hour (depending on experience) Bilingual (Spanish/English) rate of pay: $19.96-$22.59 per hour (depending on experience) Benefit Package: Very generous comprehensive benefit package for medical, dental and vision coverage for the employee and their family Life, AD & D, short-term and long-term disability insurance plans – 100% employer paid Four weeks of paid vacation 12 paid holidays Paid Sick time Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement Professional Development Funds 403B Thrift Plan (tax-deferred) with employer contribution and match after one year Employee Assistant Program Mileage Reimbursement United Services is an approved site for the National Health Services Corps loan repayment and scholarship programs *Benefits will be pro-rated for eligible part-time positions Work Location: In person Important Employment Requirement: All employees of United Services, Inc. are required to receive the influenza (flu) vaccine each year, unless a medical exemption has been submitted and approved by our Medical Director. Join Our Team and Help Create Healthy Communities! United Services, Inc. is one of Connecticut’s most comprehensive private, non-profit providers of behavioral health, social services, and wellness programs. We’re dedicated to improving the lives of children, adults, and families across 21 towns in northeastern Connecticut through compassionate care, prevention, and support services. With more than 30 programs, 12 service locations, and a team of over 250 caring professionals, we’re proud to continue our mission of Creating Healthy Communities. Our diverse staff includes psychiatrists, clinicians, APRNs, social workers, prevention specialists, case managers, advocates, and a strong team of administrative and support professionals — all working together to make a meaningful difference. Our offices are located in small-town and rural settings throughout Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner,” within easy commuting distance of New London, CT; Worcester, MA; and Providence, RI. Main offices are in Mansfield Center, Dayville, and Wauregan. If you’re passionate about helping others and want to be part of a supportive, mission-driven organization where your work truly matters, we’d love to hear from you! Learn more about career opportunities at www.unitedservicesct.org/careers Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/UnitedServicesCT Or send your resume to United Services, Inc., 1007 North Main Street, Dayville, CT 06241 United Services is an Affirmative Action Employer EEO/M/F/D/V Job Type: Full-time Pay: $19.00 - $21.50 per hour Application Question(s): Are you willing to comply with the annual flu vaccine requirement? Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree or an Associate’s Degree in a related field plus 4 years of direct service experience or High School Diploma/equivalent plus 6 years of relevant experience required. What is the maximum commute time you would be comfortable with to and from work? Are you interested in full-time, part-time, or per diem positions? Would you be open to being considered for all positions of employment? License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) Ability to Commute: Dayville, CT 06241 (Required) Work Location: In person