Certified Peer Support Specialist - Recovery Advocate

La Clinica De Familia; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance - PPO

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(K) with employer matching

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Education Reimbursement

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holidays (9)

Travel Reimbursement

Job summary

La Clinica de Familia in Southern New Mexico offers peer recovery support to individuals with behavioral health needs and medical conditions. The role focuses on empowering clients, advocating for their choices, and guiding recovery in a compassionate, trauma-informed manner.

Applicants should be NM-certified peer specialists or eligible, with a GED/high school diploma, a clean driving record, and able to pass background checks, TB testing, and drug screening. Competitive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Eligible for or certified as a certified peer specialist in New Mexico, age 18+, with demonstrable recovery experience.
• Must maintain a clean driving record and pass background checks, TB screen, and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer recovery support to individuals with behavioral health issues, psychiatric disorders, and substance use or medical conditions.
• Act as a consumer advocate, provide information and support, and assist in the recovery process.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and adapt approaches to individual consumer needs.

Skills

Recovery-oriented

Person-centered

Trauma-informed

Relationship-focused

Cultural sensitivity

Effective communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Policy familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

La Clinica de Familia in Southern New Mexico offers peer recovery support to individuals with behavioral health needs and medical conditions. The role focuses on empowering clients, advocating for their choices, and guiding recovery in a compassionate, trauma-informed manner.

Applicants should be NM-certified peer specialists or eligible, with a GED/high school diploma, a clean driving record, and able to pass background checks, TB testing, and drug screening. Competitive benefits are provided.