Peer Recovery Specialist
Mainspring Recovery·Dumfries, Virginia
Mainspring Recovery·Dumfries, Virginia
The role focuses on facilitating clinical and psychoeducational groups and conducting recovery-oriented individual sessions for adults in residential treatment. Responsibilities also include completing intake assessments and collaborating with case management and clinical teams to support client care.
Reports To: Clinical Director/Clinical Supervisor/Executive Director
Department: Clinical, Peer Support
Location: On-site, Dumfries, VA
Employment Type: Full-time | Hourly | Non-Exempt
Wednesday-Sunday 12: 30-9:00pm with evening/weekend hours required
The pay range for this position is $21-23 hourly, set in good faith based on the responsibilities of the role, qualifications, and market conditions.
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Mainspring Recovery is seeking a compassionate and motivated Peer Recovery Specialist (PRS) to provide strength-based, trauma-informed, and person-centered peer support to individuals navigating substance use recovery and mental health challenges. This role is vital in building trust and engagement within our recovery-oriented system of care.
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The Peer Recovery Specialist (PRS) brings something to the treatment and recovery process that cannot be taught in a textbook: lived experience, hope, and authentic connection. Peer Recovery Specialists help individuals see that recovery is possible because they have walked a similar path themselves and can offer support from a place of understanding and credibility.
Impact: By building trust, reducing stigma, and meeting individuals where they are in their recovery journey, you'll help clients feel seen, heard, and understood. Your support can increase engagement in treatment, strengthen motivation, and encourage long-term recovery.
Growth & Development: The PRS role creates opportunities for growth for both the individuals being served and the peers themselves. As a peer, you continuously develop professional skills such as communication, advocacy, leadership, and problem solving while making a meaningful difference in their communities. You also contribute to a recovery-oriented system of care by helping our organization better understand client needs and identify opportunities to improve services.
Team Culture: Peer Recovery Specialists strengthen team culture by bringing a unique perspective that complements clinical and operational expertise. Your lived experience helps teams maintain a person-centered focus and fosters greater empathy and understanding across disciplines. PRSs often bridge gaps between clients and providers, promoting collaboration, trust, and engagement.
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Mainspring conducts, as required, job-related background checks, drug testing, TB testing, verification of employment history, and/or reference checks prior to employment.
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Mainspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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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.
