Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions·Columbus, Ohio
Provide recovery-oriented support and mentorship to individuals in recovery housing using lived experience to promote stability. Facilitate in-home recovery activities, lead peer groups, and connect residents to community resources and care.
Lighthouse Behavioral Health Solutions (LBHS) offers a full continuum of care, including outpatient, intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, residential treatment, psychiatric services, and medication‑assisted treatment. We take pride in creating a welcoming, compassionate environment where individuals feel supported. Our team believes in every client’s ability to achieve recovery and rebuild meaningful, engaged lives in their communities.
Offering a hiring bonus - $500!
Position: Peer Recovery Support Specialist
The Peer Recovery Support Specialist provides recovery-oriented support to individuals residing in recovery housing by leveraging lived experience to promote engagement, stability, and long-term wellness. This role focuses on fostering a supportive, structured, and recovery-focused living environment through peer mentorship, facilitation of in-home recovery activities, and connection to community resources. The specialist serves as a role model, advocate, and motivator, helping residents build daily living skills, strengthen recovery pathways, and actively participate in both house-based and community recovery activities.
Reports to: Housing Supervisor
Duties: and Responsibilities:
Proactively engage and support individuals residing in recovery housing who are in recovery from a substance use disorder
Provide services directly within recovery housing environments, including shared living spaces, as well as in the community
Plan, organize, and facilitate recovery-focused activities within the housing setting (e.g., life skills groups, wellness activities, peer-led discussions, goal-setting sessions)
Support and encourage residents to participate in community-based recovery activities, including mutual aid meetings, social/recreational events, and structured programming
Assist residents with transportation and coordination to attend recovery meetings, appointments, employment opportunities, and other pro-social community activities
Express understanding, support, and respect for multiple pathways to recovery; provide services primarily in person or by phone as appropriate
Serve as a positive role model within the housing environment by demonstrating healthy recovery behaviors, routines, and community living skills
Foster a safe, supportive, and recovery-oriented living environment that promotes accountability, peer support, and personal growth
Assist residents in identifying personal interests, strengths, goals, and barriers related to their recovery journey and independent living
Support residents in developing daily living skills such as time management, communication, conflict resolution, and maintaining a structured routine
Collaborate with housing staff, case management, and clinical teams to support resident progress and address emerging needs
Assist individuals in accessing appropriate levels of care in consultation with licensed behavioral health clinicians
Maintain confidentiality of peer relationships in accordance with applicable regulations, including mandated reporting requirements in the State of Ohio
Serve as a mandated reporter
Facilitate or co-facilitate peer-led groups and house meetings as needed
Maintain required documentation, including electronic health records, billing documentation, activity logs, and group attendance records
Participate in regular team meetings, case staffing, and supervision
Perform other duties as assigned
• Valid State of Ohio Driver's License and insurance
$18 - $20/hr
Wednesday - Sunday 8am - 4pm, OR Tuesday - Saturday 2pm - 10pm
Location: Columbus, OH
Our benefits package includes paid time off (PTO and sick time), paid holidays, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), life insurance, paid continuing education with supervision, parental leave, and eligibility for loan forgiveness programs.
LBHS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, genetics, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
LBHS adheres to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act as amended, Ohio Civil Rights Act, and all applicable rules and regulations. LBHS is an equal opportunity employer.
Requires a high school diploma or GED, lived experience in addiction recovery, and certification as a Certified Peer Recovery Supporter. Must pass background checks and drug screenings, with a valid driver's license preferred.
Market context
Peer Recovery Support Specialist roles in Ohio are often tied to behavioral health, substance use recovery, and community-based support services, so demand can be steady where agencies are expanding recovery programs. These jobs are competitive because employers typically want a high school diploma, an active Peer Recovery Support certification, a valid Ohio driver’s license, and clearance through background checks. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and driving eligibility before applying.
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