Corrections Peer Recovery Specialist — Make an Impact

Alpharus Health; Rawlins (WY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Alpharus Health, located in Rawlins, WY, seeks a Peer Recovery Specialist to support clients in recovery through group sessions and team-based care in a maximum-security facility setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with treatment plans, documenting progress, and guiding clients from incarceration to community resources. A Wyoming Peer Specialist certification or progress toward it is required, with potential training for Forensic certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Wyoming Peer Specialist Certification or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Ability to obtain Wyoming Department of Corrections clearance.
• Experience in behavioral health/correctional settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with recovery goals through group sessions.
• Monitor client behavior and help plan treatments with the team.
• Assist transition from incarceration to community with resources and support groups.
• Guide clients to comply with program rules and notify staff of rule violations.
• Document and maintain records of therapy hours and treatments.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Peer support

Group facilitation

Team collaboration

Documentation

Client advocacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Wyoming Peer Specialist Certification

Forensic Peer Specialist training

Job description

Alpharus Health, located in Rawlins, WY, seeks a Peer Recovery Specialist to support clients in recovery through group sessions and team-based care in a maximum-security facility setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with treatment plans, documenting progress, and guiding clients from incarceration to community resources. A Wyoming Peer Specialist certification or progress toward it is required, with potential training for Forensic certification.