Location:Lee Memorial Hospital -2776 Cleveland AveFort Myers FL 33901
Department: LPG Psychiatric Services
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 4:30:00 AM
Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$15.64 - $18.75 / hour
A Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (CRPS) helps to ensure client directed care by assisting people to build the skills and relationships needed to achieve and maintain recovery from substance use and/or mental health conditions. The CRPS achieves this goal by using their lived experience and professional preparation to mentor, monitor, and motivate others to achieve recovery. All tasks must reflect the perspective of the person served, meaning the CRPS must apply their skills to meet the individual needs of the client from where he or she is in recovery.
Education Requirements: High School or equivalent
Experience Requirements:
State of Florida Licensure Requirements: Valid Florida drivers license
Certifications/Registration Requirements: BLS and First Aid Certification within 90 days of hire, must pass background and fingerprinting checks. Eligibility for CRPS Provisional certification required
Other: The CRPS has demonstrated competency through training and experience in the performance domains of:
Advocacy
Mentoring
Recovery Support
Professional Responsibility
US:FL:Fort Myers
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