Campus Recovery Peer Coach

Marshall University School of Pharmacy; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall University School of Pharmacy seeks a Collegiate Recovery Peer Support Specialist to advance recovery-oriented services for students and community members. You will collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to provide outreach, crisis support, and linkages to treatment and recovery resources.

The role emphasizes building partnerships, delivering trainings, and promoting stigma reduction on campus while upholding ethical standards and program goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (or higher).
• Hold a current PRSS SUD Credential.
• Knowledge of substance use disorders, evidenced based practices, and recovery support.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle required.
• Must be involved with a personal support and/or recovery system of their choosing.
• Personal history with a substance use disorder and have stable recovery for a period of a minimum of two years.
• Must have no legal involvement related to SUD/OUD within the last six months.
• Must have not had intensive behavioral health treatment involvement with the last six months
• Must pass a Criminal Background Check and Employment Fitness Determination through WVCARES and drug screen.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate recovery oriented group and individual supportive intervention services with students and community members (as approved by direct supervisor).
• Conduct outreach visits to an assigned area.
• Provide outreach and early intervention to individuals in the pre-contemplation and contemplation stages of change as well as those experiencing symptoms of a recurrence of symptoms.
• Plan, Promote & Host training events and informational sessions related to the recovery program.
• Deliver remarks and speak to the public to combat stigma.
• Assist individuals in crisis situations involving social, emotional, health and other problems
• Work on college campuses and with faculty, staff and administration to develop support for students.
• Link students with support groups, treatment programs and other community resources.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Marshall University School of Pharmacy seeks a Collegiate Recovery Peer Support Specialist to advance recovery-oriented services for students and community members. You will collaborate with faculty, staff, and campus partners to provide outreach, crisis support, and linkages to treatment and recovery resources.

The role emphasizes building partnerships, delivering trainings, and promoting stigma reduction on campus while upholding ethical standards and program goals.