Peer Support Specialist (Residential)

True North Recovery Inc•Wasilla, AK

About The Position

The Peer Support Specialist works at a residential substance abuse treatment center, helping residents with personal hygiene, minor medical needs, housekeeping, and other daily needs. The role requires an interest in behavioral health, the ability to work with limited supervision while prioritizing client needs, and a willingness to share lived recovery experience and model a healthy lifestyle. The specialist supports residents’ routines, safety, recovery, and daily living skills; monitors and records activity and behavior; and collaborates with management and coworkers to provide quality treatment. The role is primarily performed in an office building with a standard, temperature-controlled environment. Work outdoors or at a job site may involve exposure to construction equipment or other moving objects and equipment.

Requirements

Obtain CPR/basic first aid training within 30 days of hire.
High school diploma or GED.
Lived experience in addiction recovery and at least six months of continuous sobriety prior to hire.
Active participation in personal recovery practices that support self-care, health, and overall well-being.
Valid Alaska driver’s license.
Qualify for commercial automobile insurance.
Friendly, positive, and professional attitude.
Strong emotional intelligence and listening skills.
Pass an alcohol and drug screen.
Punctuality, consistent reliability, and efficient time management.

Nice To Haves

First aid and CPR training.
Basic understanding of substance abuse levels of care as defined by ASAM.
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and schedule work.
Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
Working knowledge of HIPAA.
Ability to maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Correct usage of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
Ability to work independently and seek supervision appropriately.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with daily personal routines.
Provide companionship and establish trusting relationships with residents.
Ensure residents take prescribed medication as prescribed.
Report concerns and medical issues.
Ensure residents’ living quarters are safe and well-organized.
Keep records of residents’ activity, behavior, and moods.
Lead group activities and outings.
Perform reasonable requests made by residents.
Collaborate with management and coworkers to support the best possible quality of treatment.
Model and teach life skills that will aid clients’ success.
Monitor clients’ compliance with house rules and report inconsistencies to the program manager or direct supervisor.
Complete wellness checks and patrol the property to help ensure facility safety.
Share lived recovery experience and role-model a healthy lifestyle.

Benefits

ICHRA coverage for employee health insurance policy reimbursement.
401(k) plan with 100% match up to 5%.
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance fully covered by the employer.
Vision and dental insurance with 90% of the policy covered by the employer.
10 paid holidays per year.
Paid time off accrual.
Paid training and credentialing.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Monthly cash stipend.
Supplemental benefits, including critical illness insurance, accident insurance, and hospital indemnity.