Peer Recovery Specialist - Recovery Court
About The Position
The New River Valley Recovery Court is seeking a full-time Peer Recovery Specialist to provide non-clinical, person-centered, wellness-focused support to participants of the Recovery Court Program. These participants have been diagnosed with a substance use disorder and are involved with the criminal justice system. The Peer Recovery Specialist will share firsthand lived experiences with recovery to inspire hope, increase engagement in treatment and in their communities, and support participants in articulating personal goals for wellness, recovery resiliency, and self-advocacy. This role involves working as part of the Recovery Court Team to provide individual and group peer support services.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Must have a mental health or substance use disorder that has impacted your life for two years or more and must identify a year in recovery.
- Certification as Peer Recovery Specialist is required.
Nice To Haves
- Speaking multiple languages.
Responsibilities
- Provide non-clinical, person-centered, wellness-focused support to participants of the Recovery Court Program.
- Share firsthand lived experiences with recovery to inspire hope.
- Increase engagement in treatment and in their communities.
- Support participants in articulating personal goals for wellness, recovery resiliency, and self-advocacy.
- Work as a part of the Recovery Court Team to provide individual and group peer support services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
