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Recovery Support Specialist (Part-time)


Job Location:

Stamford, CT - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 26 - 35
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction

Do you have lived experience in recovery and a passion for supporting others on their path to wellness
Join our team and use your unique perspective to make a meaningful difference - apply today!


POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
Please note: DMHAS is moving toward requiring the Certified Peer Support & Recovery Professional (CPSRP) credential. Visit our CPSRPCredential page to learn more.

WHY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT:
*Benefit offerings may vary with part-time positions
    DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO:
    • Use your lived experience to inspire hope and support others in pursuing their personal recovery goals
    • Be a valued member of a collaborative person-centered team dedicated to recovery-oriented care
    • Empower individuals to build skills access community resources and strengthen their independence
    • Contribute meaningfully to public service by promoting wellness dignity and community integration
    • Work in an environment that embraces mutuality respect and the principles of peer support
      ABOUT US:
      DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic comprehensive effective and efficient services and supports that foster dignity respect and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

      SWCMHS is responsible for the oversight and management of contracts with private not-for-profit agencies and residential providers providing mental health services in the southwest region of the state. With locations in Bridgeport and Stamford SWCMHS provides inpatient outpatient and assertive community treatment (ACT) services and community support services for adults with severe behavioral health disabilities; mental health services for people who are deaf or hearing impaired and a mobile crisis intervention team. SWCMHS also provides outreach to people who are homeless and mentally ill. Special agency programs include Shelter Plus Care a housing program for people who are homeless and who have a history of substance abuse or mental illness or who have AIDS.

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      Selection Plan

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      BEFORE YOU APPLY:

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      PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
      In the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services this class is accountable for using shared life experiences and recovery management techniques to engage motivate educate and mentor clients in achieving individualized goals for successful community living.
      EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
      • Guides clients through the process of defining personal goals for their recovery plan using existing evidence-based workbooks or person-centered planning tools;
      • Supports and guides clients in following tasks outlined in their recovery plan (i.e. pursuing goals related to employment education community involvement and the use of natural supports);
      • Guides clients in identifying and exercising their rights;
      • Participates in rehabilitative and recovery-oriented interventions to meet client needs and goals;
      • Provides information and support to clients and encourages their development of community networks and activities relating to community integration;
      • Provides instruction and skill training in recovery management to clients and families;
      • Acts as a peer health navigator to engage clients who have or are at risk for co-morbid medical conditions in wellness activities;
      • Supports clients to secure information about resources relevant to their wellness;
      • Supports clients in obtaining services that meet their recovery needs;
      • Supports clients in dealing with internal and external stress;
      • Attends medical/clinical appointments with clients in a peer capacity;
      • Accompanies clients as peers on volunteer opportunities and activities;
      • Organizes and conducts workshops on topics related to recovery and wellness including New Employee Orientation at the local level;
      • Observes and reports clients behavior;
      • Prepares and submits incident or other related forms;
      • Updates clients notes in the medical record as required;
      • Enters computerized data as required;
      • May coach adaptive client behaviors through verbal communication;
      • May provide outreach and transportation;
      • Performs related duties as required.
      INPATIENT SETTINGS:

      In addition to the duties listed above the responsibilities move from providing one-on-one peer support to demonstrating and coaching the client through the development of coping and community adjustment skills and linking the client with important community resources including:

      • Accompanies clients off the unit and on to the hospital campus or community to practice entering unexpected situations and managing stress and disorientation;
      • Accompanies clients on day passes to the community to acclimate the client to their new community;
      • May provide coverage at Peer Desk Center to engage and offer peer support to the general hospital population.
      KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY
      • Knowledge of
        • community support systems and resources;
        • person-centered planning Wellness Recovery Action Planning and other recovery management techniques;
        • the principles and procedures of psychiatric rehabilitation;
      • Considerable
        • interpersonal skills;
        • oral and written communication skills;
      • Ability to
        • observe and redirect client behavior;
        • utilize computer software.
      MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
      Six (6) months of experience working in the mental health and/or substance use recovery field.
      MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
      Six (6) months of experience as a Recovery Support Specialist Trainee may be substituted for the General Experience.
      PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
      Experience working in the community to assist mental health substance abuse clients
      Experience facilitating peer-led groups
      Experience working as a Recovery Support Specialist providing trauma-informed community-based care to clients with severe and persistent mental illness
      SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
      • Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a recovery support certification.
      • Incumbents must adhere to the DMHAS Peer Support Ethical Guidelines.
      • Incumbents in this class may be required to be bilingual or fluent in American Sign Language.
      • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
      • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle Operators license.
      Conclusion

      AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

      The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women minorities and persons with disabilities.

      ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
      As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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