Peer Support Specialist

First Resources Corp•Mt Pleasant, IA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are excited to share an opportunity for a Peer Support Specialist (PSS). This role is ideal for someone with lived experience who is passionate about recovery, wellness, and walking alongside others in their mental health and/or substance use recovery journey. Peer Support Specialists use shared experience, relationship-building, and recovery principles to support participants in achieving personal goals, building community, and strengthening self-directed wellness.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have lived experience with a mental health and/or substance use disorder and be living well in recovery (as self-defined)
Must be willing to obtain Peer Support Specialist/Peer Recovery Coach certification within 6 months of hire
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
Willingness to work a flexible schedule

Responsibilities

Build supportive, recovery-focused relationships with participants
Support individuals in identifying strengths, goals, and barriers
Assist with developing and using Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP)
Lead and co-facilitate recovery-based groups and conversations
Model effective coping skills, problem-solving, and self-advocacy
Support participants in building social skills and natural and structured supports
Connect participants to community and personal resources
Provide one-on-one peer support services in both center-based and community settings, as appropriate
Implement and support recovery-oriented groups and daily activities
Support peer-led and self-help group participation
Collaborate and communicate with team members
Keep the Program Coordinator informed of participant needs and program operations
Participate in team meetings, training, and ongoing professional development
Promote stigma reduction and recovery-oriented practices
Assist with meal preparation, grocery shopping, and kitchen-related activities alongside participants
Assist with maintaining a clean, welcoming, and organized environment
Participate in community outreach, engagement, and networking activities
Support basic planning and organization of daily center activities
Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times
Provide transportation to/from the Drop-In Center and related activities as needed
Work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings or weekends as needed
Perform other related duties as assigned