Description At Middle Peninsula Northern Neck Behavioral Health(MPNN BH) we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work each day. Our purpose is to serve our catchment area with power of human connection in a compassionate and respectful way. If interested in serving our community while working at a rewarding career, you belong here. This position of ACT Peer Recovery Specialist is responsible for:
- Providing peer counseling to ACT individuals' who need high levels of advocacy, support and coaching to achieve recovery goals, motivational enhancement, and assistance with the development of problem-solving skills.
- Fosters hope for recovery through education and self- esteem building exercises.
- Prepares for and facilities wellness and recovery groups.
Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent. Must have been the recipient of mental health services to relate to individuals as peer in recovery. Must be a certified peer recovery specialist(CPRS) or shall become certified within the first year of employment.