Peer Recovery Coach

COMHAR, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 19,889 - 28,326; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

COMHAR, Inc. is seeking a Peer Recovery Coach to provide non-clinical, peer-based support using lived experience to foster self-directed recovery. The role emphasizes empowerment, collaboration with care teams, and navigation of community resources in a recovery-oriented setting.

The position is part-time in Philadelphia, with scheduled hours Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Compensation is $17.50 per hour, reflecting commitment to empathetic, person-centered care.

Qualifications

• Lived experience with recovery to inform supportive coaching.
• Experience in human services or mental health settings preferred.
• Bilingual ability is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Engage individuals with stage-appropriate recovery education and supports.
• Facilitate groups and co-facilitate meetings for new clients.
• Educate participants on Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) processes.
• Link individuals to community resources and peer supports.
• Support connections with family and natural supports.
• Advocate for mental health awareness and reduce stigma.
• Assist orientation of new staff to recovery concepts.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Empathy

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certificate

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Peer Recovery Coach to join our growing team. In this role, you will use your lived experience to provide peer-based support, encouragement, and advocacy to individuals at various stages of recovery. The Peer Recovery Coach works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to promote engagement, hope, and self-directed recovery, while maintaining timely and accurate documentation. The ideal candidate is reliable, empathetic, and person-centered, with strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, recovery-oriented environment.

Job Summary

The Peer Recovery Coach provides non-clinical, peer‑based support to individuals impacted by substance use and/or mental health challenges by drawing on lived experience to build trust, inspire hope, and promote self‑directed recovery. Through authentic connection and a strengths‑based, trauma‑informed approach, the Coach supports participants in identifying personal goals, overcoming barriers, and developing practical skills to sustain wellness, while helping them navigate systems of care, access community resources, and strengthen natural supports. This role emphasizes empowerment, mutual respect, and collaboration with care teams, while modeling recovery‑oriented behaviors and reinforcing the belief that recovery is possible for everyone.

Location & Schedule

Part‑Time | Available in the Philadelphia, PA 19134 Area

Scheduled: Monday‑Friday 9:00 AM‑2:00 PM

Compensation

$17.50/HR

Key Responsibilities

• Engage individuals who may be at‑risk and provide stage‑appropriate recovery education and supports, e.g., motivational interviewing.
• Assist in the orientation process, facilitate groups and co‑facilitate meetings for persons who are new to receiving mental health and/or co‑occurring disorder services.
• Educate and engage individuals in the Wellness Recovery Action Plan process.
• Assist in development and implementation of educational and support groups, activities deemed beneficial by the program community, e.g., warm line, calendar of events.
• Introduce and link individuals to community resources and peer supports outside of the facility to promote community integration.
• Support the individual in seeking to connect/reconnect with family, friends, significant others and in learning how to improve or eliminate unhealthy relationships.
• Provide education and advocacy within the community that promotes awareness of mental health and co‑occurring disorders while reducing barriers such as stigma and misconceptions.
• Provide training and assist in orientation of new employees to help staff understand and accept the concept of recovery and be supportive of a peer culture that promotes recovery.
• Participate in all meetings, task forces, advisory boards designated by regulatory bodies and/or COMHAR.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 2‑year experience in human services and 1‑year of mental health direct care service.
• Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certificate and 1 additional year paid or volunteer work experience in mental health direct service.
• Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certificate is required.
• Lived experience in recovery from substance use and/or mental health challenges.
• Experience working in mental health, substance use, or community‑based programs.
• Knowledge of recovery‑oriented, trauma‑informed, and culturally responsive care.
• Prior experience in peer support, recovery services, or behavioral health.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, with strong reading and writing skills, is preferred but not required.

Benefits

Full‑time and part‑time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental insurance; life and disability coverage; a 403(b) retirement plan; paid time off; tuition reimbursement; an employee assistance program; and additional voluntary options such as disability, accident, and pet insurance.

About COMHAR

COMHAR is a nonprofit human‑services organization dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and communities to live healthier, self‑determined lives. Our mission is: “To provide health and human services that empower individuals, families and communities to live healthier, self‑determined lives.” Serving the Philadelphia region since 1975, COMHAR provides a wide continuum of behavioral health, intellectual and developmental disability, substance use, and social support services. With programs that include outpatient treatment, residential services, community‑based recovery centers, supportive housing, and specialized services for children, families, and diverse populations, COMHAR delivers person‑centered care rooted in dignity, respect, and community integration. Today, COMHAR’s team supports more than 5,500 people each month, helping individuals build stability, independence, and meaningful connections in their communities. COMHAR strictly follows a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

COMHAR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug‑free workplace. COMHAR, Inc. is a not‑for‑profit community‑based health and human service organization founded in 1975. We do not discriminate in services or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, past or present receipt of disability‑related services or supports, marital status, veteran status, or any other class of persons protected by federal, state or local law.