SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH C·Welch, West Virginia
Peer Recovery Support Specialists advocate for individuals in recovery, share resources, and facilitate skill-building activities. They also provide crisis support, lead recovery groups, and mentor individuals in managing life roles.
Peer Support Specialists-Recovery advocates for individuals in recovery, share helpful resources, facilitate skill-building activities, and provide crisis support when needed.
They lead peer recovery groups, foster relationship-building, mentor individuals in setting goals, and offer guidance on managing life roles such as employee, parent, or student.
Supportive services may also include transportation, medication reminders, or assistance with daily tasks.
Other related duties may be assigned as needed.
A Peer Recovery Support Specialist working under a Regional Partnership Grant (RPG) in a mental health setting plays a unique and powerful role by using their lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery to support and guide others.
The role blends peer mentorship, advocacy, and public engagement.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and lived experience of recovery from substance use disorders. Preferred qualifications include experience working with consumers facing substance use challenges and a state or nationally recognized peer certification.
Market context
West Virginia continues to need peer recovery support specialists as behavioral health and substance use services expand across the state. This role is competitive because employers look for candidates with lived recovery experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to earn Peer Certification within six months. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certification timeline and prepare examples of how your experience supports client engagement.
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