Certified Peer Support Specialist

Pinnacle Treatment Centers • Oxnard, CA

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About The Position

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing provider of addiction treatment services, serving more than 35,000 patients daily. Its mission is to remove barriers to recovery and help individuals, families, and communities become whole through comprehensive treatment.

The Certified Peer Support Specialist supports people recovering from substance use disorder by serving as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator. The specialist shares personal recovery experience, builds appropriate and authentic peer relationships, respects each person’s unique recovery path, and helps prevent relapse and promote long-term recovery. The role is full-time at 30 hours per week and pays $25 per hour. Local travel of up to 50% may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Peer Support Certification, or eligibility to obtain certification within three months.
• Personal attestation of one year in recovery from substance use disorder.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Ability to travel locally up to 50% as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science discipline from an accredited college or university.
• CPR certification.
• One year of experience working in a behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

• Help patients overcome treatment barriers and meet basic needs to promote self-sufficiency.
• Support recovery through encouragement, advocacy, assistance, and modeling behavior.
• Help patients build social skills, increase community integration, and develop self-advocacy skills.
• Educate patients on identifying and working through negative self-talk and overcoming fears.
• Document in the electronic medical record (EMR) as necessary.
• Educate patients about wellness management and recovery skills.
• Educate patients about community and natural supports, life skills, recovery-related activities, and how to use them in recovery.
• Arrange referrals to community agencies and resources when appropriate.
• Provide goal-planning sessions, access to resources, care navigation, and one-to-one support to patients and their families where appropriate.
• Coach and support clients as challenges arise in everyday activities.
• Orient clients to the program and update information in the EMR as needed.
• Listen attentively with respect, acceptance, and encouragement.
• Share insight into substance use disorders and recovery.
• Attend team meetings and complete required training courses on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 18 days of paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and accident insurance.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP).
• Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.
• Opportunities for professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED