Peer Recovery Coach & Community Navigator

Public Health Management Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Health Management Corporation seeks a Peer Recovery Specialist to provide non-clinical recovery support. You will help clients develop recovery plans, connect with services, and support groups, while maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.

You will collaborate with clinical teams as needed, manage a caseload of up to 30 clients, and be available for after-hours outreach and on-call support in community settings across Philadelphia.

Qualifications

• Understanding of recovery principles and peer support best practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish rapport and build trusting relationships.
• Problem-solving and advocacy skills.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care and motivational interviewing techniques.
• Basic computer skills for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer-based support and encouragement to individuals in recovery.
• Develop personalized recovery plans with clients.
• Navigate healthcare and community support systems for clients.
• Facilitate peer support groups, workshops, or educational sessions.
• Advocate for clients' rights within treatment and community settings.
• Document interactions and maintain records per policies.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical peer support standards.
• Offer on-call crisis support and after-hours availability.
• Caseload management of up to 30 clients.

Skills

Recovery principles

Communication skills

Rapport building

Problem-solving

Trauma-informed care

Motivational interviewing

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CRS certification (PA)

Job description

Public Health Management Corporation seeks a Peer Recovery Specialist to provide non-clinical recovery support. You will help clients develop recovery plans, connect with services, and support groups, while maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.

You will collaborate with clinical teams as needed, manage a caseload of up to 30 clients, and be available for after-hours outreach and on-call support in community settings across Philadelphia.