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.

Location:

Located at our new state-of-the-art Windham Regional Health and Wellness Center at 140 North Frontage Road, Mansfield Center, CT.

Description:

United Services has an exciting opportunity for a Peer Recovery Specialist for the CRS Program. The right candidate will be part of a collaborative team, coordinating care with providers and case managers to meet individuals where they are and enhance their recovery and wellness. The Peer Recovery Specialist will bring the peer perspective and experience to support and inspire others to achieve person-driven and self-defined achievable goals. Critical functions of the job include assisting in follow-up with medical care, promoting involvement with wellness and health promotion activities, including self-help, and modeling successful recovery strategies.

Reliable transportation and ability to transport clients in own car is a must. Mileage reimbursement is provided.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional evening or weekend coverage may be required.

Minimum Requirements:

Education: Associate’s Degree or High School Diploma/equivalent plus two 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)

Salary Range:

• $17.27- $19.54per hour (depending on experience)
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) rate of pay: $18.14- $20.53per hour (depending on experience)

Bilingual (Spanish/English) rate of pay: $17.27 – 19.54 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 Assistance 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.

United Services is an Affirmative Action Employer EEO/M/F/D/V