SUD Peer Support Specialist

SEAVIEW COMMUNITY SERVICES • Seward, AK

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About The Position

Are you passionate about helping others through their recovery journey? SeaView Community Services is seeking a dedicated Peer Support Specialist to join our Recovery Center team in beautiful Seward, Alaska—a community surrounded by mountains and ocean, where your work can truly make a difference. As a Peer Support Specialist, you will use your lived experience with substance use recovery to provide hope, encouragement, and guidance to individuals navigating similar challenges. You’ll be part of a compassionate, multidisciplinary team committed to person-centered care.

Requirements

• Self-identify as a person with lived experience in recovery.
• Current Peer Support Certification or ability to obtain upon hire (training will be provided).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting and maintain healthy boundaries.
• Strong communication and active listening skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer-to-peer support to clients in our 3.5 Residential, PHP, and Recovery Housing programs.
• Share personal experiences of recovery to inspire hope and model healthy behavior and coping skills.
• Support clients in developing recovery goals, building social connections, and accessing community resources.
• Facilitate recovery groups and activities.
• Document services in compliance with agency and grant standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Housing provided for a modest payroll deduction, making relocation more accessible.
• Supportive and mission-driven workplace culture.
• Opportunities for professional development and peer certification training.
• Stunning work environment in a coastal Alaska town with easy access to nature and outdoor adventure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees