Certified Peer Support Specialist CPSS Substance Use Disorder IOP

One Love Agency•Midvale, UT

4d•Hybrid

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 believes recovery is achieved through connection, accountability, hope, and community, approaching clients and staff with a 'hānai' (to take in, to raise as your own) philosophy. The CPSS will utilize their lived experience to support adults in recovery from substance use disorders and co-occurring behavioral health needs, helping them stay connected to treatment, build natural supports, and gain independence. This role is integral to the IOP and OP treatment team, working collaboratively with therapists, SUD counselors, case managers, and community partners.

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 SUD IOP and OP programs.
Use lived recovery experience 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.