Certified Peer Support Specialist

Responsibilities

• Aid patients in overcoming barriers to treatment and meeting basic needs to promote self-sufficiency.
• Support recovery by providing support, assistance, encouragement, advocacy, and modeling behavior.
• Help patients build social skills that will empower and enhance integration opportunities and teach self-advocacy skills that support success within the community.
• Provide education to patients on identifying and working through negative self-talk and overcoming fears.
• Document in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) as necessary.
• Teach patients about wellness management and recovery skills.
• Inform patients about the community and natural supports, life skills, recovery-related activities, and how to utilize these in the recovery process.
• Arrange referrals to other agencies and resources in the community when appropriate.
• Facilitate goal-planning sessions, provide access to resources, care navigation, and one-to-one support to patients and their families.
• Offer coaching and support to clients as challenges arise from everyday activities.
• Assist clients with orientation to the program and update their records in the EMR as needed.
• Listen attentively with respect, acceptance, and encouragement.
• Lend unique insight into substance use disorders and what makes recovery possible.
• Attend team meetings and complete all training courses on time as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Peer Support Certification OR certification eligible within three (3) months.
• Personal Attestation of one year in recovery from substance use disorder.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Ability to travel up to 50% locally as needed.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science discipline from an accredited college or university (preferred).
• CPR Certification.
• One (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting.

Benefits

• 18 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and accident insurance.
• SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER TREATMENT AND RECOVERY LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM (STAR LRP)
• Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.

Pay

$25 per hour

Schedule

Full-time (30 hours per week)

About the Role

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services, providing care across the nation to more than 35,000 patients daily. Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities through comprehensive treatment. The Peer Support Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting others in recovery, acting as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator to help prevent relapse and promote long-term recovery. This position requires understanding and respecting each individual's unique path to recovery.