Certified Peer Support Specialist CPSS Substance Use Disorder IOP
About The Position
One Love Agency is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) to join their Substance Use Disorder Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Outpatient (OP) program in Utah. The agency operates on the principle of 'hānai,' meaning to take in and raise as one's own, applying this to both clients and staff. They foster a collaborative environment where therapists, SUD counselors, peer support specialists, case managers, administrative staff, and community partners work together to provide comprehensive care. The CPSS role is crucial in supporting adults in recovery from substance use disorders and co-occurring behavioral health needs, using their lived experience to connect clients to treatment, strengthen their recovery, build natural supports, and promote independence.
Requirements
- Current Utah Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) certification, or ability to meet Utah certification requirements before independently providing peer support services.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Personal lived experience with behavioral health and/or substance use recovery and the ability to use that experience appropriately in a professional peer role.
- Strong interest in working with individuals recovering from substance use disorders.
- Strong communication, listening, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to maintain healthy professional boundaries and confidentiality.
- Dependability and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Basic computer skills and ability to complete electronic documentation.
- Ability to meet required background screening, credentialing, training, and payer requirements.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for community-based services as required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in peer support, recovery services, behavioral health, SUD treatment, mentoring, or group facilitation is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group peer support within our SUD IOP and OP programs.
- Use lived recovery experience appropriately to build trust, encourage hope, and support recovery.
- Help clients identify strengths, recovery goals, coping strategies, and healthy supports.
- Support clients in developing recovery routines and connecting with community recovery resources.
- Help clients navigate transitions between IOP, OP, continuing care, and community-based recovery.
- Facilitate or co-facilitate recovery-focused peer groups when assigned.
- Collaborate with therapists, SUD counselors, case managers, and other members of the treatment team.
- Recognize and promptly communicate relapse risks, safety concerns, or significant changes to the appropriate clinical team member.
- Complete timely, accurate, and recovery-focused documentation connected to the client’s treatment plan.
- Participate in required supervision, training, and continuing education.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
