Peer Recovery Specialist - Appomattox SUD Grant

HORIZON BEHAVIORAL SERVICES, LLC•Lynchburg, VA

49d•Onsite

About The Position

The Peer Recovery Specialist uses lived experience to mentor and coach participants across all phases of recovery, offering 1:1 support, peer groups, outreach, and warm handoffs to resources like housing, benefits, and community supports. The role builds low-barrier, trust-based relationships, maintains contact for up to six months after discharge, and partners with community agencies to reduce barriers and sustain engagement. Documentation, data capture, and adherence to code of ethics are expected, along with evening/weekend availability. The specialist completes required DBHDS trainings, accrues supervised hours, and obtains state certification within one year of hire. This position is Appomattox-based. Appomattox SUD grant, 3-year grant funded. This position may come to an end with the ending of the grant.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
At least one continuous year of sustained recovery for persons having lived experience with mental illness or substance use.
Knowledge of the nature of the recovery process including the use of established standardized mental health, substance use, and co-occurring processes
Knowledge of basic problem solving strategies to support individuals in self-directed recovery
Basic knowledge of multiple pathways to recovery; signs and symptoms of mental health and/or substance use challenges and strategies to address these symptoms
Ability to identify an individual's need for resources, services, and other supports
Ability to coordinate services with diverse public and private providers
Ability to utilize personal experience to support others in recovery.
Ability to work as the member of a team and maintain effective, professional working relationships with individuals within the agency as well as those in the community.
Ability to work independently performing the duties of the position under general supervision.
Ability to engage in and sustain ongoing, professional relationships with individuals receiving services through appropriate boundary setting.
Knowledge surrounding the operation and care of computer equipment and cellular devices.
Knowledge of basic computer skills and the ability to efficiently utilize internet search to identify resources relevant for peer support.
Ability to participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training; includes both verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques to be utilized with consumers as needed.
Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver's license.
Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holidays, etc.) as required.

Benefits

Quality behavior health training with Central Virginia company in operation for 50+ years
Retirement plan through Virginia State Retirement System (VRS)
Generous paid vacation time
Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance.
Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays.
Stay active with Horizon's annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community through the year.
Horizon's clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA-approved for clinical student loan repayment, and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs.
If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.

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