Peer Specialist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license with 2 points or less.
• Must be a peer; BCCS defines a peer as someone in recovery from addiction to drugs or alcohol.
• If not already certified, obtain Certified Peer Recovery Specialist certification within the first year of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management to assigned clients.
• Support clients in building community social skills that enhance job acquisition.
• Model effective coping techniques and self-help strategies.
• Support clients in articulating personal recovery and wellness goals and the objectives needed to reach them.
• Teach clients how to facilitate their recovery.
• Teach techniques for identifying and combating negative self-talk and identifying and overcoming fears.
• Teach and role-model the value of each individual's recovery experience.
• Use and teach problem-solving techniques with individuals and groups.
• Complete wellness plans and make appropriate referrals to outside agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Peer Recovery Supervisor.

Benefits

• Group medical, dental, and vision coverage with low employee costs.
• 34 paid days off annually.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%.
• Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Opportunity for advancement.