New River Valley Community Services·Blacksburg, Virginia
Provide non-clinical, person-centered wellness support to clients within the Medication-Assisted Treatment program. Use lived experience with recovery to inspire hope and help consumers articulate personal goals for wellness and resiliency.
The Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program is seeking a full-time Registered/Certified Peer Recovery Specialist who would provide non-clinical, person-centered wellness focused support to engage clients within the MAT program.
The Peer Recovery Specialist position would share their first-hand lived experiences with recovery to inspire hope, increase engagement in treatment and in their communities and support consumers in articulating personal goals for wellness, recovery resiliency and self-advocacy.
Must have a mental health or substance use disorder that has impacted your life for two years or more and must identify a year in recovery.
Must identify a year in recovery.
Certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist Hourly-Rate Range: $16.26- $18.69 Education Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Additional compensation will be considered for any new employees who speak multiple languages.
Must be a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist with at least one year of recovery from a mental health or substance use disorder. A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Virginia commonly draw steady demand as agencies and treatment programs look for clinicians who can support counseling, care coordination, and recovery services. These positions are competitive because a valid CSAC license is required, while a psychology or counseling degree and treatment-industry experience are preferred; benefits often include PTO and health-related coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your licensure details before applying.
