CERTIFIED RECOVERY PEER SPECIALIST PROGRAM DIRECTOR - LAKELAND, FL

Gateway Foundation Inc Location: Day Reporting Center 3810 South Florida Avenue Suite 110 South Lakeland, FL 33813 US Certified Recovery Peer Specialist Program Directors are responsible for:

• Developing and implementing program policies, procedures, and guidelines in alignment with state regulations and best practices.
• Overseeing the overall program operations, including curriculum development, training delivery, and participant support.
• Collaborating with correctional facility staff, community partners, and stakeholders to enhance program effectiveness.
• Coordinating and scheduling training sessions for CRPS candidates. Ensuring the training materials are up-to-date, relevant, and evidence-based.
• Monitoring participant progress and providing ongoing support during training.
• Establishing partnerships with other correctional facilities, community organizations, and reentry programs. Participating in interagency meetings to enhance collaboration and share best practices.
• Advocating for integration of peer support services within the correctional system.
• Conducting regular program evaluations to assess training outcomes and identifing areas for improvement. Implementing quality improvement initiatives based on evaluations findings.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to program activities.
• Supervising program staff, including trainers, facilitators, and administrative personnel. Providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to enhance staff competencies.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with correctional staff, community organizations, agencies, and other stakeholders. Advocating for the program and promoting awareness of CRPS training within the correctional system.
• Preparing regular reports on program activities, outcomes, and challenges. Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and reporting requirements.

Job Requirements: Education / experience / certifications / licensure must meet contractual requirements.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a human services related field.
• Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience working in substance use or mental health treatment programs.
• Two (2) years supervisory experience.
• Certification as a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (CRPS) by the Florida Certification Board, Preferred.
• Knowledge of working within correctional facilities or criminal justice settings.
• Valid local driver’s license, insurance and good driving record.
• Ability to pass a level 2 background check for the state of Florida.

Physical Requirements: (The following statements describe the physical abilities required to perform the essential job functions, although exceptions may be made to these requirements based on the principle of reasonable accommodation.)

• Ability to walk and move about the facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with peers.
• Ability to record, proofread and check documents and files for accuracy, to prepare and analyze data and figures, transcribe, read.
• Ability to communicate with others and speak to groups or individuals in order to gather and present information.
• Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data.
• Ability to respond to telephones, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and remain alert to traffic conditions and to identify and comply with traffic signals and signs.

Compensation (based on experience and credentials):

• Range begins at $90,000 (can be negotiated with experience)
• Gateway Foundation conducts annual reviews including merit increases.