Peer Support Specialist

Purple Mountain Recovery • Pueblo, CO

388d • $41,080 - $42,245 • Remote

About The Position

The Peer Support Specialist at Purple Mountain Recovery plays a crucial role in providing peer support services to individuals recovering from substance use disorders and mental health challenges. This position emphasizes the importance of lived experience, empathy, and collaboration within a supportive community, aiming to empower clients on their recovery journey while advocating for their rights and needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or certification in peer support preferred.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of lived experience with substance use disorder and/or mental health challenges.
• Minimum of 2 years of sustained recovery required in your chosen pathway.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to establish rapport and maintain boundaries with clients.
• Commitment to cultural humility, diversity, and inclusion.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in peer support or related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group peer support sessions to clients, utilizing lived experience, empathy, and active listening.
• Collaborate with clients to identify strengths, resources, and goals, and develop personalized recovery plans.
• Advocate for clients' rights and preferences within the organization and in external interactions.
• Educate clients about recovery-oriented principles, harm reduction strategies, and community resources.
• Offer crisis intervention and emotional support to clients in distress.
• Share personal recovery experiences and coping strategies to inspire hope among clients.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of peer support interactions and client outcomes.
• Submit timely reports and documentation as required by contractual agreements.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience.
• Flexible scheduling and opportunity for remote work.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

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