Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Latino Community Development Agency•Oklahoma City, OK

6d•Onsite

About The Position

A Peer Recovery Support Specialist is an individual in recovery from a substance use disorder who has been trained to support others on their recovery journey. By sharing their own experiences, they inspire hope, serve as positive role models, and demonstrate that recovery is possible. In this role, the specialist works collaboratively with the individuals we serve and our clinical staff to support each person’s unique recovery process. The specific contributions of a Peer Recovery Support Specialist are shaped by their skills, experiences, education, and interests, offering a variety of opportunities to make a meaningful impact. With the advantage of lived experience, Peer Recovery Support Specialists bring a unique perspective to the team. They understand the challenges and rewards of recovery because they’ve walked the path themselves, providing authentic support and encouragement to those they serve. Reasonable Accommodation Statement: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: Life experience and two years of recovery from substance use or two years of related behavioral health experience.
Skills: Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.
Must be able to accomplish all duties with little to no assistance.

Responsibilities

Deliver PRSS services to individuals in addiction recovery programs, tailoring support to their unique needs
Coordinate resources and advocacy efforts for clients and their families
Utilize evidence-based practices, such as motivational interviewing and trauma-informed care, to conduct individualized assessments in collaboration with clients and their assigned therapists
Maintain updated knowledge of community resources to provide clients with appropriate linkage and referrals
Complete documentation and reports in compliance with federal, state, and grant requirements
Collaborate with treatment teams, including therapists, DHS caseworkers, attorneys, judges, and other stakeholders
Attend weekly Adult Drug Court staffing and court hearings as needed
Participate in monthly LCDA staff meetings and bi-monthly clinical group supervision
Maintain accurate records, ensure confidentiality, and document all activities related to client services
Provide a minimum of 45 hours of billable services per month to retain position status
Ensure consistent and effective service delivery, demonstrating flexibility in scheduling to meet client needs
Respond promptly to phone calls, text messages, and emails, and submit documentation in Think Health by weekly deadlines
Abide by all agency policies and program procedures
Perform other duties as assigned based on training and experience