Peer Recovery Specialist
About The Position
The Peer Recovery Specialist uses lived recovery experience to support individuals throughout their recovery journey. The role builds foundational skills in peer support, engagement, and advocacy, and engages individuals before, during, and after treatment. It includes providing family support and education and connecting individuals with recovery communities and resources. The position promotes hope, empowerment, and wellness using Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC) and Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) principles. Chestnut Health Systems provides integrated substance use, mental health, and primary care services in Illinois and Missouri, and also conducts research and training. Chestnut serves patients in underserved communities and emphasizes trauma-informed, integrated care.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Five years in recovery, or a combination of experience and education totaling five years.
- Crisis Intervention Training (CIT), or preference for crisis intervention training.
- Valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance, and insurability.
- Basic computer skills, including MS Word, email, and electronic medical record (EMR) usage.
Nice To Haves
- Crisis intervention training is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Engage individuals in recovery through shared lived experience and peer support.
- Assist in linking individuals to treatment services, recovery supports, and community resources.
- Encourage participation in sobriety-based and pro-social activities.
- Provide support to individuals and families throughout the recovery process.
- Assist with service coordination and maintain accurate documentation in electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
- Advocate for individuals to ensure access to services and support systems.
- Promote positive interactions within Chestnut and the broader community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
