Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS)

Work Schedule:

100% FTE, rotating PM shift with holiday and weekend rotation. You will work at UW Health Swedish American Hospital 1401 E State St.

Additional components of compensation may include:

Evening, night, and weekend shift differential

Overtime

On-call pay

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance

• Annual wellness reimbursement

• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids

• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!

• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development

• Strong shared governance structure

• Commitment to employee voice
Qualifications
- Candidate must have completed a Substance Recovery Program or be currently involved in a Recovery Program. Required
- High School Diploma or equivalent. Preferred
Work Experience
- Shared relevant personal experience with chemical addiction and willingness to share this personal experience in a therapeutic manner with patients. Required
Licenses & Certifications
- Must possess a current, valid driver’s license issued by the individual’s state of residence. Required
- Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) and/or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS). If not CPRS certified, SAH will provide training. CPRS or CADC must be obtained within twenty eight (28) months of hire. Preferred
Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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