Inpatient Behavioral Health Recovery Peer Specialist

UF Health; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Saint Augustine, FL seeks a Peer Specialist to provide recovery-oriented support within inpatient Behavioral Health Services. The role engages in one-on-one and group sessions, documents in patient charts, and participates in trauma care initiatives and quality improvement tasks.

The position requires personal recovery experience, Florida CRPS/CRSS certification (preferred and to be obtained within 18 months), and a background in peer mentoring within hospital settings.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent with relevant experience (4 years) or an Associate’s/Bachelor’s with progressively more relevant experience.
• Candidates must be in sustained recovery from a mental health condition for at least 2 years; if recovering from substance abuse, 3–5 years is required.
• Florida certification as CRPS or CRSS (preferred and must be obtained within 18 months of starting).
• Experience as a peer specialist on an inpatient psychiatric unit is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and group recovery support to patients as part of the treatment team.
• Document activities in patient charts and assist with safety monitoring and milieu supervision.
• Lead peer-led groups, mentoring, and psychoeducation sessions with patients and ER discussions.
• Engage in Trauma Improvement Care Initiatives and participate in quality improvement activities.
• Answer incoming calls through the Warm Line and coordinate with care teams.

Skills

Peer mentoring

Lived experience

Recovery-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

UF Health in Saint Augustine, FL seeks a Peer Specialist to provide recovery-oriented support within inpatient Behavioral Health Services. The role engages in one-on-one and group sessions, documents in patient charts, and participates in trauma care initiatives and quality improvement tasks.

The position requires personal recovery experience, Florida CRPS/CRSS certification (preferred and to be obtained within 18 months), and a background in peer mentoring within hospital settings.