Peer Counselor

About the role

The Peer Support Specialist provides flexible, community/program-based peer support services designed to promote the recovery, empowerment, and community integration of individuals with severe behavioral health and/or substance use disorder challenges. The role facilitates opportunities for individuals receiving services to direct their own recovery and advocacy process, teaches and supports skill development for recovery, promotes awareness of available service options and natural community resources, and helps individuals develop a sense of wellness and self-worth.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate opportunities for individuals receiving services to direct their own recovery and advocacy process.
• Teach and support the development and utilization of skills needed to facilitate recovery.
• Promote knowledge of available service options, choices, and utilization of natural resources in the community.
• Help individuals develop a sense of wellness and self-worth.

Requirements

• Certified Peer Specialist (Facility Managed) upon hire.
• Driving may be necessary; compliance with state laws and requirements for driving, including proof of driver license and auto insurance upon request.
• 2 years in recovery for a minimum of 2 years.

Providence caregivers are valued and empowered to deliver patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect.