Job Summary This position is eligible for $2,000 retention bonus. The Peer Recovery Specialist provides peer support services, serves as a client advocate, and provides clients with written and experiential information a…
Mental Health Worker (w/ CNA preferred) PT Nights Float
Providence, Rhode Island, United States · On-site
Entry level
Job Summary Provides role as patient advocate through his/ /her own role modeling of standards of performance and by communicating and meeting patients’ needs for service. Assists registered nurses in direct care o…
Skills: Patient Advocacy, Direct Patient Care, Observation Monitoring, Written Communication, Interpersonal Communication
Peer Recovery Specialist-Outreach Coordinator Anchor Teen Center $2,000 retention bonus
Providence, Rhode Island, United States · On-site
Mid level
Job Summary This position is eligible for a $2,000 retention bonus. The Providence Center Anchor Peer Recovery Support Specialist/Outreach Coordinator plays a critical role in fostering meaningful connections with teens …
Skills: Peer Support, Youth Engagement, Community Outreach, Partnership Development, Program Promotion
Job Summary The Residential Case Manager provides clinical case management services to support and advance program goals and objectives through a high-quality, client-centered approach. They identify clients’ needs…
Mental Health Worker (w/ CNA Preferred) PT Eves Float
Providence, Rhode Island, United States · On-site
Entry level
Job Summary Provides role as patient advocate through his/ /her own role modeling of standards of performance and by communicating and meeting patients’ needs for service. Assists registered nurses in direct care o…
Skills: Patient Advocacy, Direct Patient Care, Observation Monitoring, Communication Skills, Written Communication
Mental Health Worker (w/ CNA preferred) PT Eves R3
Providence, Rhode Island, United States · On-site
Entry level
Job Summary Provides role as patient advocate through his/ /her own role modeling of standards of performance and by communicating and meeting patients’ needs for service. Assists registered nurses in direct care o…
Skills: Patient Advocacy, Direct Patient Care, Observation Monitoring, Behavioral Health Support, Written Communication
Job Summary The Community Health Worker Apprentice is a member of the community health team; an interdisciplinary team comprised of Community Health Workers, Behavioral Health Clinicians and practice-based Nurse Care Man…
Skills: Case Management, Patient Advocacy, Care Coordination, Motivational Interviewing, Bilingual Spanish
Job Summary This position is eligible for $2,500 retention bonus. The Providence Center Case Manager Team 1B coordinates services for consumers to minimize stressors and to facilitate the reduction of psychiatric and sub…
Skills: Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Comprehensive Assessment, Care Planning, Community Outreach
Job Summary This position is eligible for a $2500 retention bonus. Bilingual Spanish candidates eligible for stipend. The Providence Center helps adults, adolescents and children affected by psychiatric illnesses, emotio…
Skills: Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Support Counseling, Risk Management, Patient Advocacy
Job Summary Provide efficient access to patients and providers seeking treatment within the Care New England System. Obtain information necessary to determine the appropriate treatment for each caller. Schedules patients…
Nurse CSU Evening Part Time $4,000 retention bonus
Providence, Rhode Island, United States · On-site
Mid level
Job Summary The Providence Center helps adults, adolescents and children affected by psychiatric illnesses, emotional problems and addictions by providing treatment and supportive services within a community setting. The…
Skills: Nursing Care, Patient Assessment, Medication Administration, Psychiatric Care, Crisis Stabilization
Mental Health Worker (w/ CNA preferred) PT Nights L2
Providence, Rhode Island, United States · On-site
Entry level
Job Summary Provides role as patient advocate through his/ /her own role modeling of standards of performance and by communicating and meeting patients’ needs for service. Assists registered nurses in direct care o…
Skills: Patient Advocacy, Direct Patient Care, Observation Monitoring, Written Communication, Interpersonal Communication
Job Summary The Community Health Worker Apprentice is a member of the community health team; an interdisciplinary team comprised of Community Health Workers, Behavioral Health Clinicians and practice-based Nurse Care Man…
Skills: Case Management, Patient Advocacy, Motivational Interviewing, Care Coordination, Bilingual Spanish
Job Summary To provide therapeutic services to children, adolescents and their families. Duties & Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Perform a comp…
Skills: Psychosocial Assessment, Psychotherapy, Crisis Intervention, DSM IV Diagnosis, Group Therapy
Job Summary This position is eligible for $5,000 retention bonus. The Providence Center helps adults, adolescents and children affected by psychiatric illnesses, emotional problems and addictions by providing treatment a…
Skills: Psychotherapy, Crisis Intervention, Psychosocial Assessment, Case Management, Risk Management
CCBHC Clinical Therapist ACT II Team 1F $5,000 retention bonus
Providence, Rhode Island, United States · On-site
Mid level
Job Summary This position is eligible for $5,000 retention bonus. The Providence Center CCBHC Clinical Therapist ACT II Team 1F will provide outpatient psychotherapy either at The Center or in the community. Perform init…
Skills: Psychotherapy, Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Treatment Planning, Psychosocial Assessment
Job Summary This position is eligible for $5,000 retention bonus. The Providence Center helps adults, adolescents and children affected by psychiatric illnesses, emotional problems and addictions by providing treatment a…
Skills: Psychotherapy, Crisis Intervention, Psychosocial Assessments, Treatment Planning, Case Management
Ready for a summer schedule that works for you? ☀️ Summer Fun Fridays at Northeast Family Services! We close at 12:30pm every Friday from Memorial Day through Labor Day — giving our team more time to relax, recharg…
Skills: ABA Therapy, Case Management, Staff Supervision, Behavioral Health, Microsoft Office
Wingate Residences on the East Side Schedule: 3rd shift including every other weekend rotation Salary: Starting at $21 per hour plus $1 weekend differential Your Career. Your Calling. Our Commitment to Exceptional Care. …
Skills: Medication Administration, Patient Monitoring, Infection Control, Medical Documentation, Elderly Care
Job DetailsJob Location: Pleasant Street - Providence, RI 02904Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $22.00 - $27.35 HourlyTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: DayFSRI is always looking f…
Skills: Crisis Intervention, Emergency Screening, Triage, Victim Services, Trauma-Informed Care
Sign up with Clera and we'll reach out the moment a role actually fits you — no more spraying applications into the void.
Full-time
high school, professional certificate
Retention Bonus
Posted 56d ago
Apply by Jun 26
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Peer Recovery Specialist provides peer-based support and advocacy to clients to help them regain control over their recovery process. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans and connect clients with essential community resources.
Requirements
Requires a minimum of 2 years of lived experience with substance use or mental health disorders and a valid driver's license. Candidates must hold or obtain a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) certification within one year of hire.
Full job description
Job Summary
This position is eligible for $2,000 retention bonus.
The Peer Recovery Specialist provides peer support services, serves as a client advocate, and provides clients with written and experiential information and resources to promote recovery. They perform a wide range of tasks which assist clients in regaining control over their own lives and over their recovery process. They work within a multi-disciplinary treatment team to identify, support, assess and address client barriers to achieving goals and objectives.
Duties & Responsibilities
Assess client needs using a holistic approach that includes medical/physical, vocational, educational, spiritual, social, recreational, financial, and community integration and recovery-focused needs and supports.
Provide services to assigned caseload of clients, ensuring service intensity meets program standards, including required in-person contacts provided in both office- and community-based settings. Also provides services to other clients in need at Center programs. (See addendum for program standards)
Provide peer-based support and interventions regarding symptoms of physical or psychiatric illness, coping skills, medications/side effects, employment supports, and relapse prevention.
Collaborate with the clients and care teams to assist in the development and implementation of client-centered care plans.
Coordinate and/or deliver services to promote recovery, modeling effective coping strategies, self‑advocacy, and personal wellness practices grounded in lived experience.
Facilitate development of and access to personal, agency, and community-based supports, services and resources that sustain ongoing rehabilitation and recovery; accompany clients as needed to acquire resources.
Lead or co‑lead client-focused groups addressing life skills, benefits/resources, social skills and self-directed advocacy and recovery.
Assist clients in how to effectively communicate with providers and navigate community service systems.
Be a role model to clients by exhibiting competency in personal recovery and use of coping skills.
Communicate progress and actively contribute to daily team operations.
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in accordance with Center, regulatory, and accreditation standards, including those for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHC), RI Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities & Hospitals (BHDDH) and Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).
Complete required reports and evaluations as necessary.
Uphold client rights by treating individuals with dignity, respecting diverse values and lifestyles, and maintaining confidentiality.
Participate in required trainings, conferences, in-service education and continuing education in order to maintain certification (CPRS). Share knowledge with staff and clients. This includes training in professional boundaries and ethics.
Maintain cooperative, professional relationships with staff, clients, community partners, and the public.
Accept supervision and feedback constructively and contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment. Foster cooperative relationships with staff, clients, and community partners.
Transport clients safely when required, adhering to traffic laws, safety protocols, and vehicle use policies.
Attend team meetings and case reviews to share updates and collaboratively address client challenges.
Conduct home visits, school meetings, and community outreach to support clients in their natural environments.
Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely records of all client interactions and services provided, including clinical documentation as required.
Ensure compliance with agency policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
Attend trainings and case presentations.
Serve on committees and participate in agency initiatives as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned to support client goals and program needs.
Requirements
High School or GED Preferred.
Minimum of 2 years of lived experience with substance use and/or mental health disorders for self, family member, or loved one, and the ability to appropriately share experience with clients. Someone who views clients’ needs with a high priority and who would be a strong advocate for them with other treatment providers. Someone who espouses a strong desire to help others.
Experience in accessing community resources such as housing, medical, financial, etc.
Experience in behavioral and/or medical health preferred.
Computer experience preferred.
Must have valid driver's license, registration, current inspection and insured automobile.
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) certification or must obtain CPRS within one year of hire.
Strong knowledge of community resources and systems, including housing, education, employment, and healthcare.
Ability to maintain professional boundaries and follow CPRS code of ethics.
Ability to be organized, solve problems, and manage time appropriately.
Ability to build rapport and establish trust with diverse clients and community partners.
Cultural competence and commitment to providing equitable and inclusive services.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to convey information clearly and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Proficiency in documentation and electronic record-keeping systems, including ability to document in electronic medical records.
Ability to travel within the community with reliable transportation.
Bilingual preferred. For positions designated as bilingual (Bil), proficiency in the required language is mandatory, and the language assessment must be passed no later than 30 days of starting the role.
About Us
Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.
EEO Statements
Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.
Related keywords
CCBHCCPRSPeer RecoveryBehavioral HealthSubstance Use DisorderMental HealthBHDDHCARFHolistic ApproachLived ExperienceCare PlansCommunity IntegrationElectronic Medical RecordsClient AdvocacyRecovery-FocusedRehabilitation
Care New England Health System (CNE) is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and the communities we serve.
CNE and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, and The Providence Center—are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.
Backed by a broad range of services—primary care, surgery, cardiovascular care, oncology, psychiatry, behavioral health, newborn pediatrics, and the full spectrum of women’s health services—CNE is reinventing the way health care is delivered, partnering with our patients to provide the best care possible while working to create a community of healthier people.
Offices: 45 Willard Avenue, Providence, Rhode Island 02905, US
Health CareCommunity HealthOrthopedics & Sports MedicineSurgical Weight LossPrimary CareMental & Behavioral HealthOncology and Cancer CareCardiologyPalliative Careand Emergency Medicine
How many Social Services jobs are open in Providence, RI right now?
There are currently 317 open social services positions in Providence, RI listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.
Which companies are hiring for Social Services roles in Providence, RI?
Companies currently hiring include Care New England, Family Service of Rhode Island, HopeHealth, Groden Center Inc, Meeting Street, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.
Are there remote or hybrid Social Services jobs in Providence, RI?
Yes — 39 of the 317 open social services positions offer remote or hybrid work (1 remote, 38 hybrid).
How do I apply for Social Services jobs in Providence, RI?
Each listing links directly to the employer's application page. Apply early — fresh listings get the most recruiter attention in the first two weeks.