Ascension Recovery Services·Williamson, West Virginia
The Peer Recovery Support Specialist serves as a guide and liaison for individuals with substance use disorders, assisting with treatment plans and daily living activities. They are responsible for facilitating educational groups, monitoring client progress, and ensuring a safe environment through de-escalation and crisis support.
Company: Wise Path Recovery Centers Williamson, WV
PEER RECOVERY COACH - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN Hiring for All Shifts - full-time, part-time & PRN -
Wise Path Recovery Centers - Williamson, WV (in partnership with Ascension Recovery Services) is in search of Peer Recovery Support Specialists/Behavioral Health Technicians to join our team at our facility in Williamson, West Virginia.
Our program is dedicated to detox stabilization and short-term residential treatment for both men and women. The facility’s purpose is to help stabilize symptoms of substance use disorder (SUD) and create a smoother transition to an outpatient program or aftercare services.
It is our commitment to provide integrated behavioral health treatment through evidence-based, high-quality clinical care for individuals, families, and communities experiencing Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders and empower those on their individual pathways to success.
Our company is a national leader that provides innovative substance use disorder services through the development of accessible treatment centers to those in need. We use an individualized, person-centered approach while engaging with collaborative community partners to ensure the full continuum of care while eliminating gaps in treatment and providing a comprehensive approach of assisting individuals to engage in a healthy, purposeful, and fulfilling life.
Position
Description: The Peer Recovery Support Specialist - Behavioral Health Technician serves as a personal guide, and liaison for individuals with substance use disorder. The position supports clients by assisting them with identifying treatment needs, developing, maintaining, and monitoring individual treatment plans, and supporting clients to remain in treatment.
Include: Provides a complete and comprehensive orientation for new clients to program rules, handbook, expectations, treatment plan and areas needed for assistance within the first 48 hours of admission. Provides educational groups to help clients regain skills needed to reenter the community and to improve psychoeducation related to clients’ needs. Process clients following intake protocols into residential treatment. Complete all intake forms on admission of all clients, including orientation form, as requested. Administer Urine Analysis (UA); perform proper storage of the sample; accurately complete information in the system; assure proper transferring of UA sample to the appropriate testing authority. Create current progress notes (as assigned). Perform all client day-to-day duties including assisting clients with ADLs. Oversee clients' recreational activities, transport clients to A.A. meetings, medical appointments, and other functions as requested by supervisor. Organizes and facilitates specific recreation, physical fitness, and appropriate leisure activities. Maintain detailed notes of all incidents occurring during the shift and complete the appropriate reports promptly Attend and participate in in-service training and other training as directed by management. Perform receptionist duties, as needed, and relay telephone messages promptly to various staff members and clients. Provide oversight to clients during housekeeping, meal service, and various daily activities. Perform related work as assigned, including assisting staff and clients with laundry, dishes, housekeeping, and garbage disposal. Identify verbal and non-verbal cues for potential aggressive behavior and apply de-escalation techniques to the situation. Provide information to the treatment team to inform treatment decision making. Link clients to available resources in the community post-treatment. Assist clients in crisis situations involving social, emotional, health, and other problems. Promote and adhere to the workplace values of integrity, respect, trust, teamwork, quality, and excellence Other duties as assigned Education and Experience, Certificates, and Licenses: Certified Peer Recovery Coach or Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist Required High school diploma or equivalent and 1+ years of relevant experience may be substituted for degree Experience and training working in the 12 Step Field and/or Dual Diagnosis treatment strongly preferred. Must have or, within 30 days from hire, be able to obtain current First Aid and CPR card. Valid driver’s license required.
Candidates must hold a Certified Peer Recovery Coach or Support Specialist certification and possess a high school diploma or equivalent with at least one year of relevant experience. A valid driver's license is required, and candidates must obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
Market context
In West Virginia, Peer Recovery Support Specialist roles are often competitive because employers look for both certification and lived-experience-informed support skills, along with a high school diploma, relevant experience, and a valid driver’s license. These positions can be appealing in behavioral health settings where peer support helps connect clients to services and recovery resources. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification status and plan to complete First Aid and CPR within 30 days if you apply.
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