Certified Peer Recovery Supporter - Part Time - Summit Behavioral Healthcare

State of Ohio; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health invites applications for the Certified Peer Recovery Supporter - Part Time position at Summit Behavioral Healthcare in Cincinnati, OH. This hourly role is part of the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit with a starting pay around $22.59 per hour, and offers professional peer support in a behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities include leading recovery-focused groups, mentoring clients, and educating residents on available services, while adhering to

Qualifications

• Requires current certification as Peer Recovery Supporter in accordance with OAC 5122.29.15.
• Professional skills include Cultural Awareness, Customer Focus, Establishing Relationships, Verbal Communication.
• Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education listed on the application.

Responsibilities

• Peer support and encouragement to promote hope and motivation.
• Lead recovery-focused groups, teach coping and wellness strategies.
• Mentor clients through recovery with empowerment and goal-setting.
• Educate clients on available peer services, rights processes, and support programs.

Skills

Mental Health

Behavioral Health

Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Job description

Job Description - Certified Peer Recovery Supporter - Part Time - Summit Behavioral Healthcare (260005K3)

Certified Peer Recovery Supporter - Part Time - Summit Behavioral Healthcare ( 260005K3 )

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information : [e-mail]

Work Location

Summit Behavioral Healthcare 1101 Summit Road Cincinnati 45237-2621

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati

Compensation : $22.59

Schedule

Part-time

Work Hours : Times/Shifts May Vary Based on Department Needs

Union : OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Mental Health

Technical Skills : Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Agency Overview

Certified Peer Recover Supporter
Part-Time

Who we are:

At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.

We proudly employ over 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio’s prison systems, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.

DBH Values:

• Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused)
• Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent)
• Value Driven
• Innovative (Yes Before No)
• Strong Sense of Urgency

Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team.

Job Description

Please note: Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new name—the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health. This change reflects our continued commitment to providing comprehensive, person-centered care that addresses the full range of behavioral health needs for Ohioans. All positions and services now fall under the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health as we move forward in serving individuals, families, and communities across the state.

What you’ll do at DBH

• Peer Support & Encouragement Utilizes personal recovery experience, when appropriate, to promote hope, encouragement, and motivation throughout the recovery process.
• Group Facilitation & Wellness Education Leads and coordinates recovery-focused groups, teaching coping skills, relaxation techniques, and wellness strategies.
• Client Mentorship & Advocacy Mentors clients/residents through the recovery process by encouraging empowerment, goal-setting, and self-advocacy.
• Education & Support Services Educates clients/residents on available peer services, rights processes, advance directives, and supplemental support programs.

This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 27 on the OCSEAPay Range Schedule . Working hours are part-time, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. This position is located within our Summit Behavioral Healthcare locationat 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45237 .

Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after 120 days of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

Position Qualifications

Requires current certification as Peer Recovery Supporter in accordance with OAC 5122.29.15.

Primary Skill: Mental Health

Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Professional Skills: Cultural Awareness, Customer Focus, Establishing Relationships, Verbal Communication

Required Educational Transcripts

Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

Background Check Notice

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Rule 5122-7-21, “Background check on applicants,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Behavioral Health.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.