Peer Recovery Coach

Personalized Nursing Light House INC•Plymouth, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Personalized Nursing LIGHT House (PNLH) is seeking a qualified Certified Peer Recovery Mentor to join our team. This position works under the direct supervision of the Site Director and provides recovery-oriented peer support services in accordance with training, certification, and organizational policy. PNLH takes affirmative efforts to hire individuals with disabilities, including those in recovery. Personalized Nursing LIGHT House has provided specialized addiction treatment and recovery services for adults in Southeast Michigan for more than 30 years. We serve clients at our locations in Plymouth, Canton, and Madison Heights. Our programs integrate substance use disorder treatment, mental health services, and primary care coordination into cohesive, client-centered care. All services are grounded in the LIGHT Model, which emphasizes dignity, compassion, accountability, and recovery.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
CCAR Peer Recovery Coach training or certification
MCBAP Peer Recovery Coach Certification (Development Plan) through Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals within 30 days of hire
Minimum of two years in recovery, as required for peer certification
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Nice To Haves

Training or experience in trauma-informed peer support
Experience working in substance use disorder treatment settings
Experience in residential, transitional housing, or outpatient programs
Familiarity with community recovery resources in Southeast Michigan
Basic proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Word, and Teams
Strong communication, documentation, and boundary-setting skills

Responsibilities

Provide peer recovery support services within scope of training, certification, and PNLH policy
Support clients in completing My Plans and other recovery planning tools within peer scope
Assist with admissions, discharges, and transitions in care
Conduct apartment or housing monitor checks as assigned
Encourage relapse prevention efforts and provide outreach following relapse to promote re-engagement
Assist clients with access to transportation, housing, food, clothing, meetings, and community resources
Maintain supportive contact with alumni clients, including recovery milestone outreach
Demonstrate a caring, compassionate, and trauma-informed approach in all interactions
Apply the LIGHT Model in all client and team interactions
Transport clients to and from housing and program services using a company-provided vehicle, as applicable by site