Peer Support Specialist: Residential, Walk-In Center & Transportation Roles

On the Road to Wellness•Manchester, NH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

On the Road to Wellness is hiring Peer Support Specialists for multiple openings across our Step-Up Step-Down residential program and our Peer Support Agencies / walk-in centers. On the Road to Wellness is a non-clinical, peer-led mental health organization that has served adults in Manchester, NH and Derry, NH since 1988. Our work is rooted in the belief that healing, recovery, and wellness are supported through connection, choice, dignity, and meaningful community. We provide free peer support services to adults ages 18 and older who are experiencing, have experienced, or are at risk of experiencing mental health challenges. Our services are offered at no cost, with no insurance or identification required. Participants can access support through one-on-one conversations, groups, wellness planning, transportation assistance, community activities, and connection to helpful resources. Our Peer Support Agencies, located in Manchester and Derry, are welcoming walk-in centers where adults can find support, community, activities, support groups, and connection while working toward wellness and recovery. Our Step-Up Step-Down Program is a voluntary, peer-run residential program located in Manchester. This program provides short-term, 24-hour peer support in a peaceful, home-like setting for adults who may benefit from additional support while building stability, wellness, and connection to community.

Requirements

A strong commitment to personal recovery, self-care, and wellness
Excellent communication skills, reliability, and a strong work ethic
The ability to report reliably to assigned program locations
A willingness to be open, honest, and thoughtful about how lived experience can support others
A willingness to become trained as a Certified NH Peer Support Specialist within one year of hire
A willingness to complete a BEAS Registry screening
The ability to pass a NH Department of Safety background screening
A valid driver’s license and reasonably clean driving record for residential and transportation-related roles

Nice To Haves

Previous justice involvement is not disqualifying. Many of our staff are informed by diverse lived experiences, and we value the insight that lived experience can bring to peer support work.

Responsibilities

Supports adults in a voluntary residential setting through meaningful conversation, group support, wellness planning, daily structure, and connection.
Provides peer support through one-on-one conversations, groups, activities, wellness planning, participant engagement, and connection to community resources.
Includes transportation responsibilities, building meaningful relationships with participants, and being a point of connection for participants.