Impactful Peer Recovery Specialist I

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 30,229 - 36,946; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

11 Paid Holidays

Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Job summary

The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board is seeking a Peer Recovery Specialist I in Hampton, Virginia. This role focuses on providing structured peer support and advocacy for individuals recovering from mental health and substance use challenges.

Key responsibilities include offering encouragement, assisting with social and personal needs, and connecting individuals to community resources. Benefits include medical coverage, paid time off, and retirement system participation.

Qualifications

• Must have experienced a mental health and/or substance use condition.
• Minimum of 12 months successful recovery.
• Completion of DBHDS 72 hour Peer Recovery Specialist Training within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support and recovery-focused guidance.
• Assist with needs supporting community living.
• Observe and report changes in mental status.

Skills

Peer support experience

Knowledge of recovery processes

Strong communication skills

Job description

The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board is seeking a Peer Recovery Specialist I in Hampton, Virginia. This role focuses on providing structured peer support and advocacy for individuals recovering from mental health and substance use challenges.

Key responsibilities include offering encouragement, assisting with social and personal needs, and connecting individuals to community resources. Benefits include medical coverage, paid time off, and retirement system participation.