Training Overview
- 78 instructional hours; including 66 in class hours and 12 hours of homework. Introductions, ice-breakers, breaks, etc. do not count towards the 78 hours.
- Learners are provided a Learner Manual prior to the training. Approved trainers will coordinate this process.
- This training is designed to prepare Recovery Specialists for work in the behavioral health field.
Technology Requirements
- Be comfortable with computers, computer application and other technology
- Ability to complete online homework (12 hours)
- Laptop or desktop device. Mobile devices such as tablets and smartphones cannot be used.
Class Expectations
- Attend all scheduled training days.
- Learners must coordinate make-up classes and homework with the trainer.
- All requirements must be completed in order to receive a certificate of completion for education hours.
- Be EARLY.
- Respect confidentiality.
- Avoid judgement and respect individual differences.
- Respect all pathways to recovery.
- Understand that this is a learning environment and not a support group or therapy.
- Listen carefully.
- Stay focused.
This training is for professionals who are interested in applying for the Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS), the Certified Family Recovery Specialist (CFRS) and/or the Certified Recovery Specialist Supervisor (CRSS) through the Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB). While most concepts apply to both certifications, there will be times where it is noted/called out for differences/additions. The main purpose of certification is public protection: to ensure individuals are not harmed in any way while receiving recovery support services. Once certified, Recovery Specialists are held to a Code of Ethics. While the credential is active, the Code must always be adhered to – even if the Recovery Specialist is no longer providing recovery support services.
The Role of the Recovery Specialist
The Recovery Specialist is an individual with personal, lived experience of their own recovery. By offering insight into the recovery process, Recovery Specialists are able to share a unique perspective with those with similar life experiences. Recovery Specialists accept and agree that their experience as a person in recovery from a substance use disorder will be known by their colleagues, individuals served, and others with whom they may share that they have achieved this credential. The Recovery Specialist is a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator. Recovery Specialists advocate for the individual, the recovery system, recovery-oriented services and assist to identify and reduce stigma. Recovery Specialists advocate to eliminate barriers, increase natural supports and build community. Services provided by the Recovery Specialist substantially improve an individual’s and family’s ability to sustain recovery and wellness.
Approved Instructors
Class | Instructor | Date / Location | Organization | Enroll |
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Recovery Specialist - 254 Private Flyer |
Alison Dunn alison.renee.dunn@gmail.com |
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Government Service Center (GSC) 601 Westtown Road, West Chester PA 19382 |
The Council of Southeast PA/PRO-ACT & PSEI | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 239 Private Flyer |
Frederick Shue fshue@councilsepa.org |
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Montgomery County Recovery Community Center (MCRCC) - 601 DeKalb St., Suite 1, Norristown, PA 19401 |
The Council of Southeast PA / PRO-ACT | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 252 Private |
John Fabiseski johnfabiseski@gmail.com |
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Three Rivers Youth 6117 Broad Street Pittsburgh PA 15206 (Training Room) |
Unity Recovery / Three Rivers Youth | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 247 Public Flyer |
Adam Sledd adam@unityrecovery.org |
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Unity Recovery, 801 Bingham St. Pittsburgh PA 15203 |
Unity Recovery | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 244 Private Flyer |
Keith Elders keith@QandAtrainingandconsulting.com |
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Honesdale, PA |
PaPSC/ARC POWER | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 227 Private |
Patricia Baranowski patti.b@pro-a.org |
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The First Center, 909 Moore Street, Huntingdon, PA 16652 |
Facilitated by PRO-A; Hosted by Broad Top Family Wellness Center | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 225 Private |
Patricia Baranowski patti.b@pro-a.org |
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3001 Fairway Drive, Altoona, PA 16602 |
Facilitated by PRO-A; Hosted by Blair County Drug and Alcohol | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 230 Private Flyer |
Keith Elders keith@QandAtrainingandconsulting.com |
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Erie, PA |
Hosted by Erie County Office of Drug and Alcohol | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 235 Private |
Martha Thompson drmartha@empowerthemind.org |
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DSAA office 78 E Main St, Mount Joy, PA 17552 |
DSAA | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 219 Public Flyer |
Brad Schweitzer bheducationservices@gmail.com |
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Office Of Vocational Rehabilitation 208 West Third Street Williamsport, PA, 17701 |
Williamsport Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 226 Private |
Patricia Baranowski patti.b@pro-a.org |
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920 Water Street, Downtown Mall; Meadville, PA 16335 |
Facilitated by PRO-A; Hosted by Crawford County Drug and Alcohol Commission | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 248 Public Flyer |
Patricia Gadsden pgadsden@comcast.net |
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900 S Arlington Ave Board Room Harrisburg, PA 17109 |
Dauphin County Drug & Alcohol Services/Facilitated by Life Esteem Inc. | Enroll |
Recovery Specialist - 251 Public Flyer |
Toccarra Williams toccarra@theworx.us |
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300 Catherine Street McKees Rocks, Pa 15136 1st Floor |
The Worx! | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 246 Public Flyer |
Martha Thompson drmartha@empowerthemind.org |
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Bucks Co SCA |
Bucks Co SCA | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 256 Private Flyer |
Keith Elders keith@QandAtrainingandconsulting.com |
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PA CareerLink - East |
Partner4Work/ARC INSPIRE | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 241 Public Flyer |
Brad Schweitzer bheducationservices@gmail.com |
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West Lawn United Methodist Church - 15 Woodside Ave, West Lawn PA 19609 |
Behavioral Health Education Services, LLC | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 207 Public |
Karen Laboranti laborantitac@gmail.com |
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Scranton, PA |
Laboranti Training & Consulting, LLC. | Enroll |
Recovery Specialist - 233 Public Flyer |
Donald Altemus don@recoveryeducator.com |
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Reading Area Community College Kratz Hall 111 Penske Plz Reading PA 19602 |
Reading Area Community College | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 232 Private |
Angela Grannas aj8081@yahoo.com |
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Harrisburg Area Community College - Gettysburg Campus |
Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC) | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 258 Private |
Patricia Baranowski patti.b@pro-a.org |
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AG Building, 181 Franklin Farms Lane, Chambersburg, PA 17202 |
Facilitated by PRO-A; Hosted by Franklin/Fulton County Drug and Alcohol | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 249 Public Flyer |
Patricia Gadsden pgadsden@comcast.net |
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900 S Arlington Ave Board Room Harrisburg, PA 17109 |
Dauphin County Drug & Alcohol Services/Facilitated by Life Esteem Inc. | Enroll |
Recovery Specialist - 255 Public Flyer |
Donald Altemus don@recoveryeducator.com |
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City Team 634 Sproul Street Chester PA 19013 |
Facilitated by Recovery Education & Consulting, LLC - Hosted by City Team | Enroll |
Recovery Specialist - 253 Private Flyer |
Patricia Baranowski patti.b@pro-a.org |
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Corry Higher Education Council, 221 North Center Street, Corry, PA 16407 |
Facilitated by PRO-A, Hosted by Hamot Health Foundation and UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 240 Public |
Brad Schweitzer bheducationservices@gmail.com |
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The Rise Center - 702 N. 8th St, Reading, PA |
Hosted by the Council on Chemical Abuse/Facilitated by Behavioral Health Education Services, LLC. | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 223 Private |
Katrin Fieser katrinschall@rocketmail.com |
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Penn State University Beaver Campus 100 University Drive Monaca, PA 15061 |
Penn State Beaver | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
Recovery Specialist - 257 Public |
Donald Altemus don@recoveryeducator.com |
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Villanova University 800 Lancaster Avenue Villanova PA 19085 |
Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |
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Recovery Specialist - 243 Private |
Angela Grannas aj8081@yahoo.com |
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Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC) -York Campus |
HACC | Enroll A password is required to enroll in this class. |