Peer Recovery Specialist in Detox/Withdrawal Management

Clay County • Moorhead, MN

31d • $23 - $31

About The Position

Clay County Public Health is now accepting applications to be considered for 3 open positions as a Variable Hour Peer Support Specialist in the Detox/Withdrawal Management Center. Date Posted : 5/28/2025 Application Deadline: Open until filled Starting Rate: $22.61 per hour. Full salary range: $22.61 – $31.25 Status: Non-exempt The hours worked will typically be 19 hours or less per week. Shift: Various day and pm shifts and weekends

Requirements

• High School diploma
• Peer Support Specialist Certification - Includes 46 hours of training; Passing score on IC&RC Peer Recovery Exam or the State-based Peer Recovery Exam; Must live or work in Minnesota at least 51% of the time; Must have a personal lived experience related to substance abuse. (The definition of this requirement is someone who has their own lived experience related to substance use. Having a friend or family member with this experience does not meet this requirement)
• 1-3 years of prior work-related experience
• CPR, First Aid
• Driver’s license
• Must be free of chemical use problems for at least 6 months prior to hiring and must sign a statement attesting to that fact as a condition of continued employment
• Successfully complete a background check

Responsibilities

• Responsible for engagement and support to adults with substance use disorders.
• Ensure clients are provided the required DHS information.
• Assist clients with completing documents to obtain MN Medical Assistance.
• Follow-up with clients to ensure they are receiving what they need once they return to the community.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED