Community Health Worker​/Peer Support Specialist

Community Health Worker/Peer Support Specialist

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- NFP.

$38,000.00/yr - $41,600.00/yr

We are seeking a dedicated Peer Support Specialist with personal experience in overcoming substance use disorders to join our team. In this role, you will provide compassionate support, share your own journey of recovery, and empower individuals struggling with alcoholism and substance use to achieve and maintain sobriety and contribute to the overall success of the organization.

• Peer Support:
  Establish rapport and share personal experiences of recovery to inspire hope.
• Individualized Support:
  Collaborate with clients to identify strengths, triggers, and recovery goals; develop personalized recovery plans and relapse prevention strategies.
• Advocacy:
  Advocate for clients' rights within the substance use treatment system and support navigation of community resources.
• Education and Training:
  Conduct group sessions and workshops on addiction, recovery tools, stress management, and relapse prevention.
• Documentation:
  Maintain accurate, confidential records and provide timely reports to the supervisory team.
• Crisis Intervention:
  Offer emotional support and collaborate with crisis and emergency services when necessary.

• Personal experience with successful recovery from a substance use disorder.
• Completion of a Peer Support Specialist training program.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of local substance use treatment resources and services.

• Certification as a Peer Support Specialist.
• Previous experience in a substance use treatment or recovery-focused setting.
• Familiarity with harm reduction strategies.

• Medical Insurance (4 plan options)
• Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
• Vision
• LTD (company paid)
• Life AD&D (company paid)
• 401k with employer match
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Other voluntary benefits through Aflac

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. without sponsorship.