Empowering Certified Peer Support Specialist for Recovery

State of the Heart Recovery Inc; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, and

Vision

Paid Time Off

Job summary

State of the Heart Recovery Inc seeks Certified Peer Support Workers to deliver recovery-oriented services for individuals with co-occurring disorders. You will use lived experience to engage clients, model resilience, and provide structured case-management and psychosocial support in community settings.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, relapse-prevention, vocational coaching, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to meet state and federal peer-support standards.

Qualifications

• Active New Mexico CPSW license.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Lived experience in recovery and 3+ years in personal recovery.
• Experience serving justice-involved, homeless, or co-occurring populations preferred.
• Valid New Mexico Medicaid number or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and active auto insurance.
• First Aid and CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Familiarity with MAT preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, electronic documentation systems, and case management software.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and de-escalation techniques preferred.
• Ability to work independently in community settings and exercise professional judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to evaluate support needs and recovery goals.
• Provide case management and psychosocial support in community locations.
• Assist clients with vocational goals, resume development, interview preparation, and employment readiness.
• Conduct ongoing psychosocial assessments and update service plans with measurable goals.
• Identify the need for crisis intervention and relapse-prevention support and coordinate with counseling staff as required.
• Facilitate groups related to recovery, life skills, vocational development, and other topics appropriate to CPSW scope of practice.
• Support housing stabilization, including referrals, applications, and communication with housing providers.
• Identify care coordination needs and assist clients in linking with a care coordinator.
• Distribute flyers, brochures, and other outreach materials to targeted community groups.
• Contact clients in person, by phone, or in writing to ensure follow-through with required or recommended actions.
• Maintain updated records, progress notes, and plans in compliance with state, federal, and agency standards.
• Collaborate with counselors and care coordinators on aftercare and discharge planning.
• Maintain professional communication with referral sources, community partners, and internal teams.
• Participate in supervision, staff meetings, and required professional development to maintain certification.
• Perform additional related duties to support program operations.

Skills

Lived experience in recovery

Trauma-informed care

Motivational interviewing

De-escalation techniques

Independent in community settings

Professional boundaries and ethics

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Active New Mexico CPSW license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic documentation systems

Case management software

Job description

State of the Heart Recovery Inc seeks Certified Peer Support Workers to deliver recovery-oriented services for individuals with co-occurring disorders. You will use lived experience to engage clients, model resilience, and provide structured case-management and psychosocial support in community settings.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, relapse-prevention, vocational coaching, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to meet state and federal peer-support standards.