Community Recovery Specialist – IOP | Part Time Day Shift
Company: The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard
Role summary
Community Recovery Specialist – IOP | Part Time Day Shift is a part-time role at The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-20. Salary: USD 21 per hour. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- Community Recovery Specialist – IOP | Part Time Day Shift
- Company
- The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- part-time
- Category
- Healthcare Support
- Salary
- USD 21 per hour
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-10-20
If you're looking for a meaningful way to give back, this role offers a steady part-time schedule helping others navigate their journey toward recovery. It's a fantastic opportunity to start a career in behavioral health without needing a degree, providing hands-on experience in a supportive clinical setting.
Job description
Community Recovery Specialist | Behavioral Health & Addiction Recovery (Part Time)
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Department: Behavioral Health – Goldman Clinic IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program)
Employment Type: Part Time | 18 Hours Per Week
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday | 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Weekends: Not Required
Work Setting: 100% Onsite | No Remote or Hybrid Options
Overview
The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is seeking compassionate and motivated Community Recovery Specialists to support our Goldman Clinic Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP Level 2.1).
The IOP program provides structured, multi-day treatment for individuals with substance use disorders who require a higher level of care than traditional outpatient services but do not require inpatient or residential treatment. Services include group therapy, recovery support, and clinical interventions designed to promote stability, relapse prevention, and long-term recovery.
This role is ideal for individuals passionate about addiction recovery, peer support, and working in a structured clinical environment. Community Recovery Specialists play a key role in supporting participants through treatment engagement, program participation, and successful reintegration into the community.
Applicants must hold an active Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) or Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) certification.
This is a part-time, fully onsite position working Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM. No weekends are required.
Key Responsibilities
Provide one-on-one peer support and engagement to individuals in recovery
Facilitate or co-facilitate recovery-focused groups and discussions
Support daily program structure, attendance, and participant engagement
Assist clinical and nursing staff with program operations and participant needs
Conduct safety monitoring and support a structured therapeutic environment
Transport participants to medical, legal, or community-based appointments as needed
Document observations and maintain accurate records in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
Support relapse prevention and recovery planning
Maintain a safe, respectful, and recovery-focused environment
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Active Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) or Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) certification required
At least one year of experience working with individuals in recovery required
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required
Strong de-escalation, communication, and interpersonal skills
Computer literacy and comfort with electronic documentation systems
Knowledge of 12-Step Recovery Models, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), motivational interviewing, and recovery management
Bilingual English and Spanish strongly preferred
Pre-Employment and Workplace Policy
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, including a physical examination, background check, employment verification, and drug screening.
The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is a Drug Free Workplace. All employees are expected to comply with workplace policies and standards of conduct.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE M/F/D/V). We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.