Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRS)

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions (LBHS) offers a full continuum of care, including outpatient, intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, residential treatment, psychiatric services, and medication‑assisted treatment. We take pride in creating a welcoming, compassionate environment where individuals feel supported. Our team believes in every client’s ability to achieve recovery and rebuild meaningful, engaged lives in their communities. Offering a hiring bonus - $500! Position: Peer Recovery Support Specialist Job Summary: The Peer Recovery Support Specialist provides recovery-oriented support to individuals residing in recovery housing by leveraging lived experience to promote engagement, stability, and long-term wellness. This role focuses on fostering a supportive, structured, and recovery-focused living environment through peer mentorship, facilitation of in-home recovery activities, and connection to community resources. The specialist serves as a role model, advocate, and motivator, helping residents build daily living skills, strengthen recovery pathways, and actively participate in both house-based and community recovery activities. Reports to: Housing Supervisor Duties and Responsibilities: Duties include, but are not limited to: Proactively engage and support individuals residing in recovery housing who are in recovery from a substance use disorderProvide services directly within recovery housing environments, including shared living spaces, as well as in the communityPlan, organize, and facilitate recovery-focused activities within the housing setting (e.g., life skills groups, wellness activities, peer-led discussions, goal-setting sessions)Support and encourage residents to participate in community-based recovery activities, including mutual aid meetings, social/recreational events, and structured programmingAssist residents with transportation and coordination to attend recovery meetings, appointments, employment opportunities, and other pro-social community activitiesExpress understanding, support, and respect for multiple pathways to recovery; provide services primarily in person or by phone as appropriateServe as a positive role model within the housing environment by demonstrating healthy recovery behaviors, routines, and community living skillsFoster a safe, supportive, and recovery-oriented living environment that promotes accountability, peer support, and personal growthAssist residents in identifying personal interests, strengths, goals, and barriers related to their recovery journey and independent livingSupport residents in developing daily living skills such as time management, communication, conflict resolution, and maintaining a structured routineCollaborate with housing staff, case management, and clinical teams to support resident progress and address emerging needsAssist individuals in accessing appropriate levels of care in consultation with licensed behavioral health cliniciansMaintain confidentiality of peer relationships in accordance with applicable regulations, including mandated reporting requirements in the State of OhioServe as a mandated reporterFacilitate or co-facilitate peer-led groups and house meetings as neededMaintain required documentation, including electronic health records, billing documentation, activity logs, and group attendance recordsParticipate in regular team meetings, case staffing, and supervisionPerform other duties as assigned Required Experience/Abilities: Minimum high school diploma/ G.E.D.Must have lived experience in addiction recoveryCertification as a Certified Peer Recovery SupporterMust pass BCI check, all Corporate Compliance checks, and employment drug screen Desired Experience/Abilities: Valid State of Ohio Driver's License and insurance Compensation Range: $18 - $20/hr Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday 8am - 4pm Location: Columbus, OH Our benefits package includes paid time off (PTO and sick time), paid holidays, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), life insurance, paid continuing education with supervision, parental leave, and eligibility for loan forgiveness programs. LBHS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, genetics, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. LBHS adheres to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act as amended, Ohio Civil Rights Act, and all applicable rules and regulations. LBHS is an equal opportunity employer.