TRP Specialist / Peer Support Specialist

Position Overview The TRP / Peer Support Specialist provides recovery-oriented, peer-based support services to individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges. Using lived experience, the Peer Support Specialist helps individuals build hope, resilience, and self-determination while supporting engagement in services that promote long-term stability. This role works collaboratively with clinical staff, crisis response teams, and community partners to deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive care that reduces unnecessary hospitalizations, emergency department utilization, and justice system involvement. Primary ResponsibilitiesPeer Support & Recovery Services Provide peer-based support services utilizing lived experience to foster trust, hope, and empowermentSupport individuals in identifying recovery goals and developing individualized recovery plansPromote engagement in outpatient, community-based, and recovery-support services Crisis & Community Support Provide peer support to individuals experiencing behavioral health or substance use crises, including mobile and community-based services as assignedAssist in de-escalation, safety planning, and stabilization efforts under program guidelinesCollaborate with crisis teams, clinical staff, hospitals, law enforcement, and community organizations to ensure appropriate linkage and follow-up Care Coordination & Advocacy Assist individuals in navigating systems of care, including behavioral health, medical, and community resourcesProvide advocacy to ensure individuals’ voices, preferences, and needs are respectedSupport individuals in overcoming barriers to care, including transportation coordination as permitted by program policy Documentation & Compliance Maintain accurate, timely, and objective documentation of services provided in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirementsAdhere to ethical peer support practices, confidentiality standards, and Kentucky Peer Support regulationsParticipate in supervision, team meetings, and required trainings Professional Development Engage in ongoing training to strengthen skills in peer support, trauma-informed care, and crisis interventionSupport continuous quality improvement initiatives and program development efforts Requirements Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED requiredMust complete a Kentucky-approved Peer Support Specialist (PSS) Certification and pass the certification exam within six (6) months of hire, in accordance with 908 KAR 2:220Lived experience in recovery from mental health and/or substance use challengesAbility to work a flexible schedule, including alternate hours as the program may requireAbility to pass required background checks and screeningsValid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance Preferred Qualifications Experience working in community-based behavioral health, crisis services, or TRP programsFamiliarity with trauma-informed and recovery-oriented systems of careExperience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams Work Environment & Expectations Community-based and mobile service delivery may be requiredPhysical ability to transport or accompany individuals to appointments as permittedCompliance with health and safety requirements, including proof of a recent TB test (per policy) Benefits Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that values growth and feedback. Employer-paid health insurance (after probation) Optional vision and dental insurance (employee-paid) Paid time off (PTO) + 11 paid federal holidays (PTO accrual begins after probation)Professional development support Opportunities for advancement within HBHCompetitive pay: $18.00–$20.00 per hour