Certified Peer Support Specialist

RHA Health Services, LLC; Taylorsville (UT); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Well-being programs

CPR training

Job summary

RHA Health Services, LLC is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist to deliver recovery‑oriented services for individuals in MAT and SAIOP programs. The role emphasizes leveraging lived experience to foster empowerment, resilience, and self‑determination within each client’s care plan.

The CPSS will collaborate with the treatment team to promote hope, align with client goals, and support community integration, while maintaining a recovery‑based perspective across services.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Peer Support Specialist in North Carolina.
• One year of experience working with individuals with behavioral health issues preferred.

Responsibilities

• Model effective coping and self‑help techniques to clients.
• Provide empowerment skills and support for successful recovery living.
• Assist individuals in locating resources, educating about recovery processes, and encouraging follow‑through on proposed resolutions.
• Identify and arrange recovery‑oriented social activities or provide additional assistance as needed.
• Lead peer support groups with served clients.
• Support or assist individuals in daily decision‑making and resolution of minor problems.
• Facilitate community social opportunities.
• Foster development of healthy relationships by encouraging participation in community activities.
• Share personal story of recovery and resilience to instill hope.
• Demonstrate understanding of Harm Reduction and MAT principles.

Skills

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Empathy

Communication

Job description

Certified Peer Support Specialist

We are hiring for a dedicated and personable professional to deliver recovery‑oriented services to individuals receiving Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) and Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (SAIOP) services. By leveraging lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery, the Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) will provide individualized support that promotes self‑determination, empowerment, resilience, and recovery. The CPSS works as a valued member of the treatment team, offering a lived‑experience perspective, fostering hope, and integrating each individual’s preferences and goals into all aspects of care.

Position Details

Pay: $16 per hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40‑hour work week, flexible schedule with no on‑call hours

Location: Alexander County

Job Responsibilities

• Model effective coping and self‑help techniques to clients.
• Provide empowerment skills and support for successful recovery living.
• Assist individuals in locating resources, educating about recovery processes, and encouraging follow‑through on proposed resolutions.
• Identify and arrange recovery‑oriented social activities or provide additional assistance as needed.
• Lead peer support groups with served clients.
• Support or assist individuals in daily decision‑making and resolution of minor problems.
• Facilitate community social opportunities.
• Foster development of healthy relationships by encouraging participation in community activities.
• Share personal story of recovery and resilience to instill hope.
• Demonstrate understanding of Harm Reduction and MAT principles.

Position Requirements

• Must be a Certified Peer Support Specialist in North Carolina.
• One year of experience working with individuals with behavioral health issues preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Pre‑employment screening: criminal background check, name check in registries (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities), drug testing, education verification, and other credentialing as required.
• Proof of employment history or references (if required).
• When driving is part of the role, proof of driver’s license, insurance, and vehicle may be required to provide transportation for individuals.

Benefits

• Payactiv: early access to earned wages before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program.
• Paid Time Off (full‑time employees only).
• Health and insurance coverage (full‑time employees only).
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Well‑being programs: physical, emotional, and financial chronic disease management for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees).
• Free CPR, first aid, and job‑specific training opportunities.
• *Contract, contingent workers, and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits.

EEO Statement

RHA is an equal opportunity employer. RHA provides reasonable accommodation to qualified employees with protected disabilities in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.