Peer Recovery Support Spec

To create better futures for children, families, and the community.

Job Description

Job Title:

Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Reports To:

RYSC System Coordinator

Last Modified:

11/08/2024

Department:

Programs

Program:

Community Based

Sub-Program:

n/a

FLSA Classification:

Non-exempt

Salary Range:

$16.00-$18.00

Position Status:

Full-time

Expected Hours of Work:

8:00 am-4:30pm (M-F). Additional days or hours may be required.

Travel required:

Frequent Travel

Job Summary: The Peer Recovery Support Specialist is responsible for the development of a Peer Recovery Network for youth/ young adults. This position will outreach and coordinate with existing mental health and recovery services and develop other necessary strength-based supports needed to promote successful recovery. Recovery Specialist will provide recovery support to youth and young adults in northern panhandle counties of West Virginia.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Research other successful youth peer recovery networks.

• Outreach to recovery networks to learn about supports necessary to promote successful recovery.

• Outreach to local peer recovery providers to coordinate efforts.

• Become a certified Recovery Coach.

• Participate in local Recovery Coach Training and promote certification process.

• Public speaking engagements to promote awareness and accessibility of recovery services.

• Provide recovery support using evidence-based programs.

• Assist with tracking and reporting performance measures.

• Complete necessary documentation and grant reporting.

• Assist with transportation to improve accessibility of recovery services.

• Assist with applications for private funding to support recovery efforts.

• Attend necessary treatment team and community meetings.

• Assist consumers in accessing benefits.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Experience working with the recovery community

• Excellent time management and organizing skills

• Ability to network effectively with community agencies

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written

• Ability to independently and effectively, organize, plan, and prioritize workloads

• Ability to multitask, meet timelines, and solve problems

• Ability to use Adobe and Microsoft software

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma/G.E.D or Equivalent; Prefers Associate degree in social work, psychology, sociology or related human service field or the 2-4 years’ experience; Prefers previous experience working with recovery community; Experience with public relations and marketing preferred. Must pass the IC&RC Peer Recovery Support Specialist Exam. Must have valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance as required by law

Work Environment:

• Business Casual
• Community Based

Physical/Environmental Demands:

The table below shows how much on-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.

Activity

N/A

Infrequently

On a Regular Basis

Very Frequently

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Using hands to handle or feel

X

Reaching with hands and arms

X

Climbing or balancing

X

Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling

X

Talking or hearing

X

Driving

X

Transporting clients

X

Lifting less than 10 lbs

X

Lifting 10 – 25 lbs

X

Lifting 25 – 50 lbs

X

Lifting more than 50 lbs

X