Community Recovery Peer Support Specialist

Region Ten Community Services Board

Charlottesville (VA)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 43,000

Full time

5 hours ago

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Job summary

Region Ten Community Services Board seeks a Community Services Associate B/Peer Support Specialist to provide peer support for individuals with substance use disorders and help connect them to residential and outpatient services in Charlottesville area. You will coordinate residential placements and complete screenings, with outreach in public housing neighborhoods and transport as needed.

The role reports to the Program Manager of Recovery Support Services and requires adherence to DBHDS

Qualifications

1 year of peer support experience preferred; personal recovery is required.
Lived recovery and active engagement in recovery-oriented services.
Virginia Peer Recovery Specialist certification preferred; obtain within 1 year.
Valid Virginia driver's license and acceptable driving record required.

Responsibilities

Provide peer support services and help clients connect to residential/outpatient services.
Complete residential screening assessments and coordinate placements.
Conduct outreach and education in Charlottesville Public Housing neighborhoods.
Transport clients to residential treatment and appointments in the Charlottesville area.
Collaborate with Recovery Support Team and DBHDS policies.