PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY·Flemington, New Jersey
The specialist uses lived experience to help DCPP-involved clients develop and achieve recovery goals. Responsibilities include meeting clients in the community, navigating social services, and maintaining progress reports.
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Job Title: Peer Recovery Support Specialist
Program: CPSAI
Location: Hunterdon Area
Position Type: Full Time
Starting Salary $37,500.00
The Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) uses lived experience to align with DCPP-involved clients to develop and achieve client-identified goals. PRSS meets with voluntary clients in the community to assist in networking mutual support meetings, navigating social services and DCPP objectives and acting a sober advocate for client in their recovery journey.
The Department of Children and Families approved Peer Recovery Support Service training including Ethics and Division of Child Protection and Permanency.
Domestic Violence (DV), Sexual Assault, Human Trafficking, Psychological First Aid and all agency specific trainings.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: o Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
o 403(b) Retirement Plan
o Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
o Long Term Disability Insurance: o Life and AD&D Insurance
o Employee Assistance Program
o Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
o Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance
o Staff Training and Development Opportunities
o Employee Referral Bonus program
Candidates must be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma and at least two continuous years of sustained recovery. A valid driver's license and completion of approved Peer Recovery Support Service training are required.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in New Jersey often draw steady demand from providers serving children, families, and community-based programs. These roles can be competitive because employers commonly look for a master’s degree, a valid clinical license, bilingual communication skills, and child welfare experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and tailor your application to highlight licensure, language ability, and direct child welfare exposure.
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