Certified Peer Support Specialist

Centerstone•Sarasota, FL

20h

About The Position

The Certified Peer Support Specialist provides emotional and informational support to individuals receiving services through the Florida Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) program and their families. Drawing on lived experience, the specialist helps inspire hope, promote recovery, and support individuals in achieving personal goals. The role assists clients in accessing community resources, developing positive social connections, and engaging in office-based and community-based recovery support services. Services are delivered primarily in a community-based setting as part of a multidisciplinary FACT team. The specialist collaborates with community partners, local stakeholders, and treatment team members to support comprehensive, person-centered care and continuity of services. Through advocacy, education, mentoring, and peer support, the role empowers individuals to build independence, strengthen recovery, and improve quality of life. Clinical and professional development opportunities may be available based on program needs and individual interests.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
CPRS Certification is required.
Strong written, verbal, in-person, and virtual communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Time-management and multitasking skills to perform concurrent duties.
Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail when communicating with clients and referral sources and collecting information.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and electronic health record systems.
Ability to identify and use formal and informal community resources.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity when working with families from diverse backgrounds.
Build connections with people served to help them meet their needs and become self-sufficient.
Provide specialized case management and outreach to individuals with perinatal mental health issues and substance use disorders.
Assess the strengths, challenges, and needs of people served and their families.
Collaborate and build connections with community partners.
Assist with and facilitate parent-led support groups and parent leadership meetings.
Engage parents through lived experience and support their contributions to the CAN.
Attend meetings promptly and actively participate in trainings, staff meetings, and clinical supervision.
Complete documentation accurately and on time.
Complete other tasks assigned by the Program Manager within the given timeframes.