Peer Support Specialist

Job Description

Description:

The Peer Support Specialist provides recovery-oriented, peer-based support to individuals receiving behavioral health services by drawing upon lived experience. This position focuses on promoting hope, empowerment, and engagement while supporting individuals in achieving their personal recovery goals.

Peer Support Specialists are non-clinical staff and serve as essential members of the treatment team. This role involves working collaboratively with clinical and case management staff while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide peer-to-peer support using lived experience to promote recovery and engagement

Assist individuals in identifying goals, strengths, and recovery strategies

Support linkage to community-based resources and services

Model healthy coping skills, self-advocacy, and recovery-oriented behaviors

Collaborate with clinical and case management staff as part of a multidisciplinary team

Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality at all times

Complete required documentation accurately and within established timelines

Attend supervision, team meetings, and required trainings

Adhere to all agency policies, procedures, and ethical standards

Schedule:

Regular shift: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

May include occasional weekends or holidays based on program needsRequirements:

Certified Peer Support Specialist (Ohio) – required

Lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery

High school diploma or GED required

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Ability to work the scheduled shift of 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Basic computer skills and ability to complete electronic documentation

Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds

Reliable attendance and ability to meet productivity and documentation expectations

Full-time