Certified Peer Support Specialist- Part Time
About The Position
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Peer Support Specialist to join our behavioral health team. In this role, you will use your lived experience to offer meaningful emotional support, share recovery insights, and help individuals navigate the resources that can guide them toward lasting wellness. Your presence brings hope, encouragement, and connection to those working to overcome active substance use disorders. As a Peer Support Specialist, you’ll play a key role in motivating patients to engage in treatment, explore self‑help options, and build confidence in their recovery journey. Your voice and experience matter—and they make a real difference.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- A self-identified current or former user of behavioral health services, or a family member with relatable lived experience.
- If in personal recovery, a minimum of 2 years of demonstrated sobriety is required.
- Certification as a Peer Support Specialist in Maryland required.
- Strong communication skills required.
- Basic computer proficiency required.
- Ability to build trust, listen with empathy, and support individuals with dignity and respect.
Nice To Haves
- 3-4 years preferred sobriety if in personal recovery.
- At least 1 year of experience in a helping, health, or educational role is preferred.
- Familiarity with local community resources is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Offer meaningful emotional support
- Share recovery insights
- Help individuals navigate resources for lasting wellness
- Motivate patients to engage in treatment
- Encourage patients to explore self-help options
- Build patient confidence in their recovery journey
Benefits
- Health insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire
- Dental insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire
- Vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability coverage
- Long-term disability coverage
- Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one
- 401k plan
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Shift differential may be eligible for employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
