Certified Recovery Support Specialist (Peer Support) – CST
About The Position
Envision Unlimited is hiring a Certified Recovery Support Specialist (Peer Support) to join our Community Support Team (CST) Team. This role is ideal for someone in mental health recovery who wants to support others using their lived experience. As a Peer Support Specialist, you will help adults with serious mental illness regain independence and stability by providing recovery-oriented support, assisting in developing individualized treatment and crisis plans, and connecting people to housing, benefits, and wellness resources. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- Lived experience with mental health recovery and willingness to share that experience to support others.
- High School Diploma or GED required; must have or be in the process of obtaining the CRSS (Certified Recovery Support Specialist) credential.
- At least 1 year of experience in the behavioral health or social service field.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for advocacy, recovery, and peer mentorship.
- Must be able to pass a background check.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with CST, case management, or crisis intervention.
- Comfort navigating technology (email, Microsoft Word, electronic health records).
- Familiarity with Medicaid billing and productivity standards (we will train you!).
Responsibilities
- Use your own recovery experience to support, mentor, and empower adults with serious mental illness as they work toward their goals.
- Provide person-centered, strengths-based community support in real-world settings, homes, neighborhoods, and beyond.
- Support clients in building skills for independent living, accessing resources, managing symptoms, and regaining hope.
- Assist in crisis support, safety planning, and de-escalation interventions with compassion and empathy.
- Champion client choice, self-advocacy, and recovery at every step, while maintaining accurate documentation and achieving productivity goals.
Benefits
- Paid training and continuing education opportunities
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Mileage reimbursement
- Supportive team environment that values your lived experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
