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- Location: Bridgeport, CT
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Company: Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (SWCMHS)
- The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is currently accepting applications for the position of Certified Peer Recovery Worker in the forensic unit. Please note: the ideal candidate for this position will have personally lived experience in recovery and possess the Certified Peer Support & Recovery Professional (CPSRP) credential. Visit our CPSRP Credential page to learn more.
- Location: Stamford, CT
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Company: Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (SWCMHS), F.S. DuBois Center
- The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is now hiring for a Certified Peer Recovery Worker to join our team! Please note: the ideal candidate for this position will have personally lived experience in recovery and possess the Certified Peer Support & Recovery Professional (CPSRP) credential.
- Location: Rocky Hill, CT
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Company: Advocacy Unlimited, Inc.
- The position of Youth Peer Bridger is based in Rocky Hill, Connecticut. The Youth Peer Bridger is a member of the AU team. Youth Peer Bridgers provide brief, transitional peer support to young people aged 14-17. Youth Peer Bridgers are mobile and work with youth participants across CT. This is not a crisis intervention service or case management. Important attributes expected of applicants include cultural humility, trauma responsive, gender affirming, recovery oriented, person centered, situationally aware, strong boundaries, high degree of integrity and ethical standards, excellent communication skills, a sense of humor, flexible, consistent, reliable, growth oriented, solution focused, and patience.
- Location: Norwich, CT
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Company: Southern Mental Health Authority (SMHA)
- The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is now hiring for a Recovery Support Specialist to join our team! DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO: Conduct skills training and recovery focused self-help groups with the goal of helping clients promote recovery from a bio-psycho-social aspect; Assist in engaging clients in their own recovery journeys, engaging in community resources and self-help groups, maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu within the Agency, and assisting clients in defining and achieving personal goals and recovery plans; Serve as a role model to teach recovery principles and shared life- experiences to others to demonstrate hope and opportunities for change and growth to others in recovery; Assist individuals in recovery in knowing and exercising their rights, provide rehabilitative interventions and education in the community and document client interactions, including progress towards goal achievement and independence; Assist clients to manage successes and challenges in their recovery journeys by providing supportive coaching and guidance in navigating community resources; Facilitate recovery groups for dually diagnosed individuals addressing many aspects of recovery including healthy relationships, wellness, and self-advocacy/ self-worth. May also refer clients to self-help groups such as AA or NA and other outside services clients may need; Accompany clients to medical appointments and other appointments in the community; and communicate care with SMHA staff in team meetings on client’s recovery goals and progress.
- Location: New Britain, CT
- Employment Type: Part-Time
- Company: Neighborhood Promise
- Navigators work alongside clients to create a personalized roadmap for achieving goals that build on each individual’s unique strengths. Navigators provide encouragement, guidance, and practical support as clients work toward greater financial stability, independence, and self-sufficiency. Navigators help connect clients to community resources, assist in overcoming barriers, and support clients in staying motivated. This relationship-centered, compassionate role is split between an office setting and active weekday field outreach in downtown New Britain, empowering individuals directly where they are.
- Location: Middletown, CT
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Company: Women's REACH
- The Women’s Recovery Navigator, will be a self-identified woman in recovery who has maintained a minimum of 2 years sobriety, will deliver comprehensive outreach and engagement services including education, advocacy, coaching and mentorship to pregnant and parenting women choosing to work with a navigator, will have the willingness to share lived experience to help other women in their recovery journey, to act as a “boundary spanner” to link clients to essential community services and to demonstrates “cultural curiosity” and willingness to deliver services in a culturally responsive manner. Working within Adult Services, the Family Recovery Navigator works with our Women’s REACH program staff to provide essential outpatient services to families and adults facing mental health and substance use complexities.
- Location: Middletown, CT
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Company: Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH)
- Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH), under the umbrella of the State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking a qualified individual to join our team as a Recovery Support Specialist (PCN 103620). This compassionate, recovery-focused professional will provide recovery support services as a part of our Patient Central Services team in Middletown.
- Location: Waterbury, CT
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Company: Western CT Mental Health Network - DMHAS
- The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking a committed Recovery Support Specialist. In this role, you will use shared life experience, recovery-oriented tools, and person-centered practices to engage, motivate, and mentor adults as they work toward their personal recovery goals.
- Location: New London, CT
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Company: CCAR
- CCAR is seeking a full-time Recovery Community Center Manager to oversee the daily operations of the New London Recovery Community Center and coordinate recovery support services. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, highly organized, and passionate about working closely with people in recovery. CCAR offers a highly attractive compensation package that includes competitive wages, benefits, paid holidays, and vacation time. A valid driver’s license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle are required. A cover letter highlighting your interest and experience is required. This is an in-office position.
- Location: Hartford, CT
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Company: CCAR
- CCAR is looking for a full-time Recovery Community Center Manager to manage the daily operations of the Hartford Recovery Community Center and coordinate recovery support services. The ideal person will be enthusiastic, extremely well organized, and passionate about working closely with people in recovery. CCAR offers a highly attractive compensation package that includes competitive wages, benefits, paid holidays, and vacation time. A valid driver’s license, insurance, and a reliable vehicle are required.
- Location: New Haven, CT
- Employment Type: Part-Time
- Company: CMHC - CT DMHAS
- The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking a committed Recovery Support Specialist to function as a member of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) for Recovery team. In this role, you will use shared life experience, recovery-oriented tools, and person-centered practices to engage, motivate, and mentor adults as they work toward their personal recovery goals.
- Location: Middletown, CT
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Company: River Valley Services - CT DMHAS
- The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking a committed Recovery Support Specialist. In this role, you will use shared life experience, recovery-oriented tools, and person-centered practices to engage, motivated, and mentor adults as they work toward their personal recovery goals. The Recovery Support Specialist plays a vital role in meeting the staffing requirements of the DMHAS fidelity model by providing person-centered recovery support to individuals living independently in the community. Using personal lived experience and recovery principles, the successful candidate will build meaningful relationships, promote hope and self-determination, support community integration, encourage socialization and engagement, and connect individuals with resources that strengthen their recovery journey. We are looking for a compassionate, motivated professional who is passionate about helping others, values teamwork, communicates effectively, and is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of the people we serve.
- Location: New London, CT
- Company: SoundCommunityServices
- Staff maintains a case load of community support level of care clients with severe persistent mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders. Staff will hold a Peer certification from one the Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services approved agencies- (CCAR, Advocacy Unlimited or Hartford Healthcare). He/she is capable of working independently in the community, providing services to the assigned case load. Annually, each of these clients will receive direct service hours, focusing on skills teaching, advocacy, and recovery support. These persons served (PS) can be recognized as stable psychiatrically, and need only minimal support to maintain recovery up to in need of considerable behavioral interventions in order to maintain community living and achieve recovery. These clients in general will be accessing many services, including but not limited to, psychiatric care, outpatient therapy and/or intensive inpatient services. These clients may also be actively involved with the criminal justice system and/ or the Department of Children and Families.
- Location: New London, CT
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Company: SoundCommunityServices
- The Residential Recovery Specialist position provides direct oversight and support services, both psychological and social to chronically mentally disabled and/or co-occurring clients who are making the transition from institutional care to an independent living setting in accordance with the treatment plan.
- Location: New London, CT
- Employment Type: Part-Time Weekends
- Company: SoundCommunityServices
- The Residential Recovery Specialist position provides direct oversight and support services, both psychological and social to chronically mentally disabled and/or co-occurring clients who are making the transition from institutional care to an independent living setting in accordance with the treatment plan.
- Location: New London, CT
- Employment Type: Per-Diem
- Company: SoundCommunityServices
- The Residential Recovery Specialist position provides direct oversight and support services, both psychological and social to chronically mentally disabled and/or co-occurring clients who are making the transition from institutional care to an independent living setting in accordance with the treatment plan. A key area of focus is to connect with young people who are facing significant barriers in their lives. This role requires significant relationship building/engaging skills, the ability to meet young people where they are, and to support them to identify goals in an effort to make positive changes in their lives. This position requires a dynamic individual with significant skills in the areas of advocacy, crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
- Location: New London, CT
- Company: SoundCommunityServices
- Staff maintains a case load of community support level of care clients with severe persistent mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders. He/she is capable of working independently in the community, providing services to the assigned case load. Annually, each of these clients will receive direct service hours, focusing on skills teaching, advocacy, and recovery support. These persons served (PS) can be recognized as stable psychiatrically, and need only minimal support to maintain recovery up to in need of considerable behavioral interventions in order to maintain community living and achieve recovery. These clients in general will be accessing many services, including but not limited to, psychiatric care, outpatient therapy and/or intensive inpatient services. These clients may also be actively involved with the criminal justice system and/ or the Department of Children and Families.
- Location: Middletown, CT
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Company: ChangeInc
- As a Peer Support Specialist, you play a vital role in supporting individuals throughout their recovery journey. Drawing from lived experience, you provide personalized support, encouragement, and advocacy to help clients achieve lasting wellness and stability. In this position, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to create a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where clients can thrive and regain independence. You will assist individuals in developing coping skills, accessing community resources, and building confidence in their recovery.