Certified Peer Support Specialist

Pinnacle Treatment Brand; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 18 days

401k with company match

Ongoing training and certification

Comprehensive benefits package

STAR LRP

Capella University tuitionScholarships

Job summary

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is seeking a dedicated Peer Support Specialist to aid individuals in recovery from substance use disorder. You will model recovery, mentor patients, and advocate for long-term sobriety while maintaining professional representation of Pinnacle Treatment Centers/Aegis in the community.

The role includes travel up to 50% locally, trauma‑informed support, and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Peer Support Certification OR certification eligible within three (3) months.
• Personal Attestation of one year in recovery from substance use disorder.
• Ability to travel up to 50% locally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in overcoming barriers to treatment and meeting basic needs to promote self-sufficiency.
• Peer supporters provide support, encouragement, and modeling behavior to aid recovery.
• Help patients build social skills for community integration and self-advocacy.
• Educate patients on identifying negative self-talk and ways to overcome fears.
• Document in EMR as necessary.
• Coach patients on wellness management and recovery skills.

Skills

Peer support

Mentoring

Advocacy

Communication

Education

High School/GED or better

Associates or better in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services or related field

Bachelors or better in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services or related field

Job description

We offer competitive salaries, a full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth.

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services. We provide care across the nation touching the lives of more than 35,000 patients daily.

Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works.

Our employees believe we are creating a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through comprehensive treatment.

As the Peer Support Specialist, you are responsible for supporting others in recovery from substance use disorder; serving as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator to recovering individuals to help prevent relapse and promote long‑term recovery; and representing Pinnacle Treatment Services/Aegis in a positive and professional manner. You will demonstrate an ability to share personal recovery experiences and develop appropriate and authentic peer‑to‑peer relationships. In this role, you must understand and have respect for everyone's unique path to recovery.

Pay:

$25/per hour

• 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 401k with company match
• Company-sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
• Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Peer Support Certification OR certification eligible within three (3) months.
• Personal Attestation of one year in recovery from substance use disorder.
• Ability to travel up to 50% locally as needed

Preferred

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in one of the behavioral science disciplines from an accredited college or university.
• CPR Certification
• One (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting

Responsibilities:

• Assist patients in overcoming barriers to treatment and meeting basic needs to promote self‑sufficiency.
• Peer Supporters support recovery by providing support, assistance, encouragement, advocation, and modeling behavior.
• Assist patients with building social skills that will empower and enhance integration opportunities and teach self‑advocacy skills that support success within the community.
• Provide education to patients on how to identify and work through negative self‑talk and ways to overcome fears.
• Document in EMR, as necessary.
• Provide education to patients around wellness management and recovery skills.
• Educate patients around the community and natural support, life skills, recovery related activities and how to utilize these in the recovery process.
• Arrange referrals to other agencies and resources in the community when Appropriate
• Provide goal‑planning sessions, access to resources, care navigation, and one‑to‑one support to patients and their families where appropriate.
• Provides coaching and support to clients as challenges arise from everyday activities.
• Assist clients with orientation to program and update appropriately into EMR as needed.
• Listen attentively with respect, acceptance, and encouragement.
• Lend unique insight into substance use disorders and what makes recovery possible.
• Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Join our team. Join our mission.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Thought Provoking : Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Self‑Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

High School/GED or better.

Preferred

Associates or better in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services or related field.

Bachelors or better in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services or related field.

Experience

Required

1 year: Personal Attestation of one year in recovery from substance use disorder.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers License

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