Certified Peer Support Specialist (Remote) - Federal Reentry Program - Houston, TX
About The Position
CLF Consultants LLC (CLFC Healthcare and Communications) is expanding its nationwide network of certified peer support specialists to deliver virtual community reentry peer support for a federal program supporting the U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, Community Treatment Services. This is a fully remote, non-clinical, lived-experience peer role. All services are delivered virtually by telephone and secure video. Why this opportunity stands out: Fully remote nationwide; flexible, self-set schedule; federal reentry mission; agency secure delivery platform; no clinical treatment responsibilities; potential multi-year engagement.
Requirements
- Current certification as a peer support specialist, such as NCPRSS, NCPS, or a state-recognized certified peer specialist credential (documentation required).
- Lived experience of recovery from a mental health condition, a substance use disorder, or both, and/or lived experience with the justice system.
- Comfort delivering services virtually by secure video and telephone, with reliable internet and a private, confidential space.
- Strong listening, interpersonal, and boundary-setting skills; ability to document accurately and meet reporting timelines.
Nice To Haves
- Experience providing peer support in a reentry, correctional, or community-based setting
- Familiarity with recovery goals related to substance use and mental health
- Bilingual ability
Responsibilities
- Conduct virtual enrollment and peer support sessions with assigned participants, tailoring frequency and approach to each person's goals.
- Draw on your own recovery or reentry experience to build trust, model hope, and support long-term recovery and community reintegration.
- Help participants identify strengths, set their own goals, and build actionable everyday strategies.
- Maintain a confidential, respectful virtual space and clear non-clinical peer boundaries.
- Document each session and complete required reporting accurately and on time through the program's secure system.
- Recognize when a participant needs additional help and connect them to appropriate resources, including crisis lines and community supports.
- Maintain an active caseload within program limits and respond promptly to participants and program coordinators.
Benefits
- Flexible, self-set schedule
- Federal reentry mission
- Agency secure delivery platform
- No clinical treatment responsibilities
- Potential multi-year engagement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
