Certified Recovery Specialist
THE LINCOLN CENTER FOR FAMILY AND YOUTH·Upper Dublin Township, Pennsylvania
THE LINCOLN CENTER FOR FAMILY AND YOUTH·Upper Dublin Township, Pennsylvania
The Certified Recovery Specialist provides peer support and navigation services for individuals with or at risk for opioid use disorder. They facilitate access to treatment, remove barriers to care, and provide continued support during the transition to long-term recovery.
Certified Recovery Specialist Exempt Chief Clinical Officer Founded in 1970 by a behavioral health hospital and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 1983, TLC is an entrepreneurial social enterprise committed to transforming lives and communities—one moment, one choice, one connection at a time. Headquartered in Pennsylvania, TLC operates across multiple states, providing K-12 alternative education, comprehensive mental and behavioral health services, coaching, counseling, and trauma-informed training. Additionally, TLC collaborates with school districts, universities, hospitals, police departments, and nonprofit organizations, offering consultation services to secure federal and state grant funding The Certified Recovery Specialist will work collaboratively with the Montgomery County Overdose Response Team (MCORT), which includes Access Services and the Montgomery County Department of Public Safety (MCDPS), to assist individuals identified as having or at risk for opioid use disorder (OUD) in entering treatment and successfully navigating recovery after treatment. Essential Responsibilities: Skills & Knowledge Provide support to MCORT’s crisis response team as requested. Respond to referrals from MCORT partners within 72 hours in non-crisis situations. Establish rapport with individuals identified as having or at-risk for OUD by MCORT partners. Provide peer support, education, and information on treatment options, harm reduction strategies, and community recovery resources. Work to motivate and encourage individuals to seek treatment who previously declined MCORT’s efforts to connect them with treatment. Assist individuals in removing barriers to treatment. Provide a warm handoff to assist individuals in accessing treatment services, including medication-assisted treatment, detoxification, inpatient and outpatient services, and recovery housing, as appropriate. Serve as a liaison between MCORT partners, first responders, and recovery support services. Provide continued peer support as individuals transition from acute care to longer-term treatment and recovery services. Conduct follow-up contacts to support treatment engagement, retention, and relapse prevention. Receive referrals from MCORT partners for individuals currently enrolled in treatment to support their recovery. Assist individuals who have successfully completed treatment in navigating their recovery, including finding outpatient treatment and support group options. Connect individuals who have completed recovery to supportive services. Maintain case notes and accurate documentation of services provided. Participate in case reviews and care coordination meetings with MCORT partners. Work evenings and weekends, as needed. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Ability to work effectively on a multi-disciplinary team Ability to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders Ability to relate well with diverse socio-economic groups Ability to work in high-stress, rapidly changing crisis situations Ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to establish a relationship of trust and respect with other professionals Ability to work independently Education & Experience A minimum of a high school diploma or GED, with preference given to individuals with a Bachelor’s degree. Current Certified Recovery Specialist credential through the Pennsylvania Certification Board, must maintain current and active certification throughout employment. Trained as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). Lived experience with opioid use disorder strongly preferred. Experience working with individuals in crisis strongly preferred. Work Hours: This is a full-time position. Work Environment: EEO Statement: Montgomery County. Use of reliable transportation is required. TLC is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and does not discriminate on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to, race, age, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis recognized by federal, state or local law. Qualifications
Candidates must hold a current Certified Recovery Specialist credential from the Pennsylvania Certification Board and be trained as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. A high school diploma is required, though a bachelor's degree and lived experience with opioid use disorder are strongly preferred.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, Certified Recovery Specialist roles are often tied to behavioral health and recovery support settings, where demand reflects ongoing need for peer-based services. These positions are competitive because employers look for lived recovery experience, required training, and state and federal clearances, along with a high school diploma or GED. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your training timeline and clearance status before applying.
