Certified Peer Specialist
Certified Peer Specialist
Are you passionate about helping others navigate their journey to recovery? Join our team as a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) and use your lived experience to support individuals facing mental health (MH) and substance use disorder (SUD) challenges. In this role, you will be a vital part of our recovery-focused team, providing guidance, encouragement, and education to patients, families, and the community.
Why Join Us?
• Make an Impact – Help individuals find hope, resilience, and the resources they need.
• Supportive Work Environment – Join a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Enjoy competitive pay, insurance coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off.
What You’ll Do:
• Offer outreach and education on mental health and substance use recovery.
• Provide peer support and encouragement to individuals in crisis.
• Guide patients in accessing treatment and community resources.
• Assist in group sessions, share coping strategies, and model wellness.
• Develop personalized recovery plans (IR/RP, WRAP) and track progress.
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold confidentiality standards.
What You Bring:
• Education & Experience: High school diploma/GED and 1–2 years in social services.
• Certification: Must have current Alabama Certified Peer Specialist certification.
• Lived Experience: Personal history of recovery from MH/SUD challenges and a strong understanding of the recovery process.
• Skills: Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving abilities.
• Availability: Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and on-call as needed.
What We Offer:
✔️ 401(k) with matching
✔️ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
✔️ Employee assistance program
✔️ Paid time off & retirement plan
✔️ A meaningful career where your experience changes lives
Join us in making a difference! Apply today and help create a supportive environment where recovery thrives.
Work Location: In-person
Schedule: 8-hour shifts | Day, evening, and weekend availability required