Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS)
Company: EOSIS
Location: Woodbury
Posted on: June 29, 2025
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Job Description:
Why You’ll Love this Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Job! Are
you ready to turn your personal recovery journey into a powerful
tool to help others overcome addiction and mental health
challenges? The Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) role at
EOSIS in Saint Paul, MN, offers you the chance to make a lasting
impact through exceptional substance use and mental health
services. In this role, you’ll use your own life experience to
guide and support others on their recovery path. As someone who has
successfully navigated their own recovery, you’ll serve as a role
model, providing patients with a living example of what’s possible
in their journey to lasting recovery. Pay: $19 - $22 / hour Why
EOSIS? Time Off : 20 days of paid-time-off 6 paid holidays
Insurance : Health, dental, and vision insurance HSA/FSA Education
: Tuition reimbursement and discounted tuition at select colleges
Future Planning : 401(k) – ROTH and traditional options Career Path
Opportunities Discount with Verizon Cell Phone Plans Ready to make
a real difference in the lives of others? Apply today for our
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) position at EOSIS in
Saint Paul, MN, and help transform lives through meaningful support
and guidance. Responsibilities Handle logistics for patient arrival
and departure, including arranging transportation and managing
follow-up appointments. Work closely with program administrators
and discharge staff to ensure smooth transitions. Assist in
creating and implementing social activities to foster a positive
environment for all. Connect patients with community resources,
providing ongoing support for healthcare, housing, job assistance,
and continued treatment. Support patients as they re-integrate with
family, friends, and external communities. Serve as a patient
advocate, encouraging self-advocacy and providing guidance. Assist
counselors with “no-show” calls and screening calls as needed. At
residential facilities, perform Recovery Specialist duties,
including monitoring patients, documentation, and patient care
support. Other duties as assigned. Required Skills Must be 21 years
of age or older Peer Recovery Specialist Certification through the
MN Certification Board (MCB), or a current credential from an
approved certification body demonstrating expertise in ethics and
boundaries, culturally based approaches, community resources,
advocacy, mentoring, education, and recovery/wellness support. High
school diploma or equivalent. Ongoing supervision provided by an
alcohol and drug counselor or certified individual approved by the
commissioner, as provided by EOSIS. Minimum of one year in recovery
with continued freedom from chemical use problems. Ability to work
independently and manage responsibilities without direct
supervision. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with
the ability to simplify abstract concepts. Flexibility to adapt to
changing priorities. Basic computer skills, including the ability
to draft emails, memos, and reports. EOSIS (formerly Meridian
Behavioral Health) is a leader in behavioral health care and
addiction recovery services, with a network of addiction treatment
centers in Minnesota. ZRES PandoLogic. Category:Social Services,
Keywords:Recovery Coach, Location:Saint Paul, MN-55129
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