Certified Recovery Peer Specialist Training Instructor

Alpharus Health•Sanderson, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Alpharus Health is seeking a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist Training Instructor to support peer specialist workforce development in correctional healthcare in Sanderson, Florida. The role develops and delivers training for peer specialists, prepares and updates training materials, supports applicants through certification requirements and endorsements, and provides ongoing supervision and professional support to peer specialists. The instructor works with subject matter experts, certification specialists, correctional facilities, community organizations, stakeholders, and interdisciplinary teams. The role promotes ethical, recovery-oriented peer support, maintains training and certification records, prepares workforce development reports, and advocates for peer specialist inclusion and peer-led initiatives in correctional settings.

Requirements

Education, experience, certifications, and licensure must meet contractual requirements.
Valid local driver’s license, insurance, and a good driving record.
Ability to pass a Level 2 background check in Florida.
Ability to walk and move about facilities for up to two hours at a time.
Ability to record, proofread, and check documents and files; prepare and analyze data and figures; transcribe; and read.
Ability to communicate with others and speak to groups or individuals to gather and present information.
Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, or audit information and data.
Ability to respond to telephones and hear and detect alarms and unusual noises.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely, remain alert to traffic conditions, and identify and comply with traffic signals and signs.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (CRPS) by the Florida Certification Board is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver peer specialist training programs covering Recovery Support, Advocacy, Mentoring, and Professional Responsibilities.
Create and update training materials in alignment with best practices and evidence-based approaches, collaborating with subject matter experts to improve content.
Assist Certified Recovery Peer Specialist applicants in understanding certification requirements and endorsements.
Verify and evaluate CRPS applications for compliance with education, training, and experience criteria.
Coordinate with certification specialists to process multiple endorsements for qualified applicants.
Conduct regular supervision sessions with peer specialists to review performance, address challenges, and provide ongoing support.
Monitor adherence to ethical standards, professional boundaries, and confidentiality, and promote continuous improvement and professional growth.
Build partnerships with correctional facilities, community organizations, and other stakeholders.
Participate in interdisciplinary teams to improve integrated care for justice-involved individuals.
Attend relevant conferences, workshops, and meetings to stay informed about industry needs.
Maintain accurate records of training sessions, certifications, and endorsements; prepare reports on CRPS workforce development and outcomes; and ensure regulatory compliance.
Model peer support principles and recovery-oriented practices.
Advocate for inclusion of CRPS professionals in correctional settings and collaborate with CRPS staff to strengthen peer-led initiatives within the corrections system.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums.
Employee assistance programs focused on mental health.
403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance, and life and AD&D insurance paid for by Alpharus.
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
18 paid time off days per year, with accrual rates increasing with years of service.
9 paid company holidays.
Training and development programs.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year.
eLearning access to online courses providing CEUs and job-related training.
Formal and informal clinical supervision.