Recovery Connections Network : What is a Recovery Specialist?

Friday, March 12, 2021

What is a Recovery Specialist?

What does it mean to be a Recovery Specialist?

A Recovery Specialist is defined as an individual who provides one-on-one client and family services within a treatment setting and/or client's home, community or travel and has completed the accredited training offered by International Recovery Institute.

When only THE BEST will do!

This unmatched training opportunity is designed for

every recovery professional, including:

Direct Care Staff | Discharge Planner |

Admissions | Sober Companion/Coach | Transports

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Recovery Specialists work with clients and their families who suffer from substance abuse, addiction, mental health and eating disorders, process addiction and many other co-occurring issues.

This training provides an International Recovery Specialist Certificate of Completion by The International Recovery Institute, valid for two years. NAADAC approved Continuing Education (CE) hours are awarded and can be utilized towards state and national credentialing certifications.

International Recovery Institute's virtual training offers 24-hours of comprehensive and interactive learning and online independent study, followed by 3 weeks of consultation groups. Twice weekly meetings over Zoom.

"If you hire a Recovery Specialist you need to know if they are trained by IRI! They have changed the business, set new standards and put the bar for Recovery Coaching where it needs to be." ~ Christine, CASA-T, Recovery Coach

Having thorough training about the roles & responsibilities of a recovery specialist, ethical boundaries and recovery care planning is critical for the best care and protection for you and the clients you serve.