Peer Recovery Supporter (Adults), Cuyahoga County

OhioGuidestone • Cleveland, OH

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

OhioGuidestone is the state's leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. This role focuses on providing peer-based support, encouragement, and guidance to individuals in recovery from addiction and/or co-occurring disorders.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification as a Peer Recovery Supporter (or ability to obtain certification in accordance with state requirements) or Youth Peer Recovery Supporter.
• Lived experience in recovery and ability to model and promote long-term recovery.
• Mission driven; strong desire to make an impact.
• Effective interpersonal skills; able to speak effectively with individuals and/or groups of people.
• Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgment.
• Strong organizational skills; able to handle multiple priorities with strict attention to detail and perform work independently.
• Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required.
• Effective computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and Electronic Health Records, etc.
• Must be able to access work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, which may include ascending/descending stairs.
• Possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
• Successfully complete pre-employment screenings, including drug tests, background checks, and any other required assessments, such as a physical examination and TB test.

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of community, county, and court resources preferred.
• Prior work or volunteer experience as a recovery coach or in a peer support role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the values and guiding principles of OhioGuidestone every day, performing with the highest standards of excellence, integrity and ethics.
• Provide peer-based support, encouragement, and guidance to individuals in recovery from addiction and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Meet with clients regularly, adjusting frequency of contact based on client needs and in consultation with a supervisor.
• Assist clients in crisis situations and provide stabilization support when needed.
• Educate clients on recovery models, available resources, and pathways to long-term recovery.
• Connect clients with community resources and help them build supportive sober networks.
• Promote client empowerment through self-advocacy, development of life skills, and activities that encourage independence.
• Support clients in identifying barriers to recovery, setting personal recovery goals, and developing individualized recovery support plans.
• Guide clients in navigating the healthcare system and coordinating services with other providers and agencies.
• Accompany clients to meetings, appointments, visitations, or court hearings as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, ensuring confidentiality of client information in accordance with agency guidelines.
• Participate in required meetings, trainings, and program assessments; support compliance with funder requirements.
• Collaborate with other professionals and maintain ongoing communication with community partners and support networks.
• Meet established productivity standards while modeling recovery, adhering to the Certified Peer Supporter Code of Ethics, and demonstrating consistent reliability and professionalism.
• Exhibit positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
• Demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and a culture of belonging.
• Present the agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts.

Benefits

• Stable non-profit organization with 160+ year track record!
• Clear career ladder for development path in various roles
• Opportunity to earn monthly bonus (select clinical/therapist and BHS roles only)
• Competitive medical benefits including a low-premium medical plan option for employee or employee + children!
• Free CEU trainings
• 10 paid holidays (some are exchangeable)
• Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance
• Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
• 401(k) with employer match option
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Free licensure supervision
• Recognition and rewards

What This Job Offers

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