Copy of Peer Recovery Specialist

INSTITUTES FOR BEHAVIOR RESOURCES INC•Baltimore, VT

2d•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

REACH Health Services, of the Institutes for Behavior Resources, Inc. (IBR), is seeking an empathetic, dedicated Peer Recovery Specialist to support individuals receiving substance use treatment services. Drawing on lived experience and recovery expertise, the role provides encouragement, advocacy, mentorship, and practical support to help people navigate recovery and overcome barriers to wellness. The position uses a trauma-informed, person-centered, and recovery-oriented approach in a collaborative healthcare environment. This is a 32-hour-per-week, full-time, non-exempt position performed on-site, Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The pay rate is $19–$23 per hour, with compensation determined by factors including licensure, education, experience, and internal equity. IBR offers health benefits, PTO, tuition and certification reimbursement, retirement options, and other perks. IBR is an approved HRSA Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program facility, offering a student loan repayment opportunity.

Requirements

Obtain active certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist from the State of Maryland within one year of employment and maintain the certification.
Have broad knowledge of support systems and community resources and how to access services in the community.
Have excellent and accurate verbal and written communication skills.
Be able to carry out duties with moderate supervision.
Be able to develop and maintain effective and ethical therapeutic relationships with individuals and groups.
Have proficient knowledge of computer systems, including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook, and the ability to learn new programs as needed.
Be able to work with a culturally diverse population.
Be able to work in a highly collaborative environment while managing multiple high-priority issues simultaneously.
Pass pre-employment requirements, including a criminal background check and drug screen, and provide verification of COVID-19 vaccination.

Responsibilities

Provide peer-based mentoring, encouragement, and recovery support to individuals engaged in treatment.
Conduct outreach and re-engagement efforts to help individuals return to care and remain connected to services.
Connect patients with community resources, including housing, social services, healthcare, and crisis support.
Assist with case management, referrals, and care coordination to address barriers to recovery and improve treatment engagement.
Accompany patients to medical, social service, and other community-based appointments as needed.
Support HIV/HCV prevention, education, and outreach efforts in the clinic and community.
Advocate for patients and empower them to achieve personal recovery goals and greater stability.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment teams to ensure comprehensive, person-centered care.
Maintain accurate documentation and uphold confidentiality, ethical standards, and regulatory compliance.
Participate in ongoing professional development and support the mission, values, and policies of IBR/REACH Health Services.