Peer Recovery Specialist

Title: Peer Recovery Specialist 2 |
Department: Alcohol & Substance Abuse Program |
Report to: Program Coordinator |
Status: Full-time / Non-exempt / Permanent |
Salary: $20.00 / hour

• Management of the weekly on‑reservation sobriety activities.
• Research and provide education regarding sober activities and events off the reservation.
• Assist in coordinating sober activities, events and outreach for the Health and Wellness Department and Chemehuevi Indian Tribe; may include evenings and weekends.
• Work closely with Tribal members, employees, and residents on substance abuse and mental health recovery.
• Make available all materials, documents and virtual resources for recovery support.
• Provide non‑clinical (emotional, informational, resources, affiliation) support to program participants, initiating and assisting with long‑term recovery.
• Act as liaison between the Chemehuevi Tribe Alcohol and Substance Abuse Program Director and client regarding treatment plans, progress, level of care and resources necessary to support the client’s recovery.
• Obtain Peer Recovery Specialist certification for the state of California.
• Obtain White Bison certification for Peer recovery support, Red Road and Mending Broken Hearts programs.
• Coordinate, display and maintain flyers for the Alcohol and Substance Abuse Program.
• Manage office and building supply inventory; upkeep of inside and outside of the Wellness Center.
• Behave in a manner that supports positive sober values, attitudes, beliefs and actions; demonstrate cultural humility and acceptance of all persons’ beliefs.
• Train to use and implement documentation software (AZZLY).
• Complete documentation and reporting requirements as outlined by the California Department of Health Care Services.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

• Knowledge of Chemehuevi history and culture preferred.
• Experience in Red Road curriculum, recovery culture and groups; 12‑step programs.
• Knowledge of substance use disorders, recovery tools and resources.
• Minimum six (6) months of successful recovery.
• Current engagement in relapse prevention services.

• Adhere to Drug‑Free Workplace Policy; pre‑employment drug testing required.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Ability to travel when required.
• Background check.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, evenings and some weekends.

This is a full time position.