Peer Recovery Specialist I

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board•Hampton, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board as a Full-Time Peer Recovery Specialist and embark on a rewarding journey where your personal experiences can inspire others. As a peer recovery specialist, your role will be pivotal in fostering a supportive environment for individuals seeking to overcome challenges. The position is on-site, allowing you to engage directly with your community and make a tangible difference in their lives. Starting pay for this fulfilling position is $32,930 annually, reflecting our commitment to valuing your contribution as a peer recovery advocate. You'll work alongside a dedicated team focused on delivering excellence and integrity in service. This role is not just a job; it's an opportunity to cultivate empathy and support while promoting recovery pathways. As a team member, you'll be able to enjoy benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts, and the Virginia Retirement System (VRS). If you're ready to make an impact through peer recovery, we encourage you to apply and become part of our empowering team! Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board: Our Mission Since 1971, Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided a comprehensive continuum of high-quality, essential, and community-based services to citizens of the Peninsula who are living with a mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders. Your DAY-TO-DAY as a Peer Recovery Specialist As a Peer Recovery Specialist at the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board, you will play a vital role in providing peer support and advocating for individuals navigating their recovery journey. This position involves a variety of responsibilities, including assisting individuals with their physical, financial, social, and personal needs, while also promoting successful community living. You will be instrumental in monitoring mental status, linking clients to essential services, and offering daily living support, fostering a holistic approach to recovery. Your experience as a consumer of mental health and/or substance use services will empower you to build supportive, trusting relationships with those you assist. With strong communication skills and a deep understanding of the mental health system, you will help others develop the skills needed for independent living. As you work autonomously in a fast-paced environment, your commitment to excellence and safety will ensure a healthy, supportive atmosphere for both clients and colleagues. What matters most To excel as a Peer Recovery Specialist at the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board, candidates must possess a unique blend of personal experience and professional skills. You must have experienced a mental health and/or substance use condition and achieved a minimum of 12 months of successful recovery, demonstrating progress in managing your condition and building a fulfilling life. Completion of the DBHDS 72-hour Peer Recovery Specialist Training within six months of hire is mandatory for the Peer Recovery Specialist I role. A successful candidate will exhibit strong communication skills, the ability to foster trusting relationships, and the skills necessary to utilize community resources effectively. Self-motivation, autonomous decision-making, and a commitment to ongoing personal and professional growth are crucial for supporting individuals on their recovery journeys.

Requirements

Must be a person who has experienced a personal mental health and/or substance use condition and who has a minimum of 12 months of successful recovery, to include making progress in learning about and managing his or her condition and in developing a life outside of or in addition to this condition.
Must complete the DBHDS 72-hour Peer Recovery Specialist Training within 6 months of hire.
The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.

Responsibilities

assisting individuals with their physical, financial, social, and personal needs
promoting successful community living
monitoring mental status
linking clients to essential services
offering daily living support
building supportive, trusting relationships
helping others develop the skills needed for independent living