CPS/ CRS- Mors

The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS)ZCertified Recovery Specialist (CRS) focus on providing behavioral health intervention, and other recovery support services for adults with substance use disorder (SUD) and/or co-occurring disorders in the community as an integral part of the Mobile Outreach and Recovery Services (MORS) Continuity of Care (COC) team.

The CPS/CRS Mobile play a crucial role in supporting individuals by promoting long-term recovery within the context of the community. CPS/CRS Mobile operates as a comprehensive support system, combining personal experiences, mentorship, advocacy, motivation, and respect for individuality. CPS/CRS aim is to prevent relapse, promote long-term recovery, and contribute to the development of a strong and supportive recovery-oriented community.

The CPS/CRS work collaboratively with Behavioral Health Case Manager (BHCM) to provide support to individuals seeking behavioral health care and recovery support services in the community. CPS/CRS and BHCM professionals work ensure warm handoffs, smooth transitions, and continuity of care for individuals in need.

As a part of the warm hand-off process, the CPS/CRS position involves facilitating linkages to care/services, providing support, conducting assessments, ensuring continuity of care, and maintaining accurate records to help individuals access services across a continuum of care to achieve their health and wellness goals in the community. This position may also require telephonic outreach, data entry, and periodic reports.

This position is based at designated locations in communities deemed high risk for substance misuse and heroin/opioid overdose such as Kensington and other “hot spots” in Philadelphia County. No less than 75% of the time shall be spent conducting outreach, engagement, assisting with escort/transport of eligible individuals to care and supportive services as needed. CPS/CRS must also be able to work closely with multidisciplinary teams and organizations in the community.