Merakey is looking for Certified Peer Specialists to join our Philadelphia Team.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) will provide recovery support services for persons in recovery (PIR) receiving MMT, MAT, and non-MAT services.
Meet with PIRs on demand and via scheduled appointments providing effective recovery support services.
Assisting as needed with high levels of care and reinstatements.
Facilitate CRS groups regularly as assigned.
Daily monitoring of program’s Resource Room.
Work at the Front Desk and upper lobby desk as needed and as assigned including early morning shifts and weekends.
Set up tables in the lobby to provide resources, educational material, provide surveys and basic assessments.
Effective and timely communication with Supervisors, Counselors, and Case Managers on PIRs needs and as resources or obtained and/or changed.
Ability to educate and encourage resistant PIRs to participate in therapy services.
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.

MERAKEY IS PROUD TO OFFER THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS

· Work/Life Balance

· Competitive Compensation Plans

· Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans

· Flexible Spending Accounts

· Short/Long Term Disability Coverage

· Life Insurance

· 403B Retirement Plan (with company matching)

· Marketplace Savings Program

· Employee Assistance Program

· Wellness Programs

· 24-Hour Nurse Hotline

· Tuition Reimbursement

· Generous Paid Time Off (for qualifying positions)

· Stability that coincides with working for a national leader in education and human services.

ABOUT MERAKEY’S BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DIVISION

Merakey offers a continuum of care in behavioral health (includes mental health and addictive diseases), integrating services in both community and site-based settings. These services provide a wide range of recovery focused treatment, services, and supports for children and adults.

Site/Clinic Based Services

The Center for Hope
Outpatient
Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
Parents and Children Together (PACT)
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
Psychiatric/Socialization Rehabilitation for Hope
Residential Services for Children and Adults
Community Based Services

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) and Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT)
Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services (BHRS)
Case Management / Recovery Coaching
Community Health Liaison (CHL)
Community and School Based Behavioral Health (CSBBH)
Crisis Intervention
Substance Use Disorder Services
Dual Diagnosis Treatment Team (DDTT)
Family Based Mental Health Services
Therapeutic Family Care
Foster Care Plus
Peer Support
Student Assistance Program (SAP)
Supported Employment
Supports for Permanency (SFP)
For more information on each individual service, please visit: https://www.merakey.org/services-behavioral-health.html

ABOUT MERAKEY

Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider offering a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. We leverage our size and expertise to develop innovative solutions and new models of care to meet the needs of individuals, their families, public and private healthcare funders and community partner organizations.

The work of Merakey is anchored in the firm belief that it is every individual’s right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment in their lives. Surrounding professional staff with the best in technology and supports, Merakey is a leader in the industry and remains committed to helping people...one individual at a time.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!

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Requisition 63261