Peer Support Specialist

About Us
River Bend Recovery for Women provides structured transitional living for women recovering from addiction and co-occurring disorders in Bend, Oregon. We're a small, close-knit team focused on helping our residents build stable, sober lives.

The Role
We're looking for a compassionate, reliable Recovery Mentor to support our residents through daily structure, accountability, and connection. This is a part-time position with real room to grow — pick up extra shifts (daytime, evening, or overnight) as your availability allows.

• 5-6 hour shifts, afternoons/evenings and weekends
• 3-4 days per week to start (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday)
• Flexible scheduling with opportunities for additional hours

What You'll Do

• Plan and lead fun weekend activities with residents (Saturdays @ 10:30am)
• Take residents grocery shopping (Sundays @ 2pm)
• Plan and prepare a simple weekly "family dinner" with client participation (Sundays)
• Transport clients to 12-step meetings and occasional clinical appointments
• Oversee drug testing procedures
• Support healthy communication and conflict resolution within the house
• Document shift notes on clients before clock-out

What We're Looking For

• 1+ year of personal recovery, if applicable
• A genuine passion for helping others
• Familiarity with 12-step programs
• Treatment or recovery work/personal experience preferred
• Valid driver's license and dependable vehicle

Compensation & Perks

• $18-$20/hour, based on experience
• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible shift pickup, including daytime, evening, and overnight options

Pay: $21.05 - $21.91 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 – 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• 1. Do you have a valid driver's license and a dependable, insured vehicle? (YES/NO)

2. Are you available to work weekends? (YES/NO)
3. Are you available for afternoon/evening shifts (roughly 3pm-8:30pm) (YES/NO)
4. Would you be available to picking up occasional overnight (sleepover) shifts? (YES/NO)

Work Location: In person