Peer Recovery Navigator — SUD Care & Support

Harbor Community Clinic; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

HarborCHC seeks a Peer Recovery Support Specialist to deliver nonclinical recovery support, advocacy, and care coordination for individuals in substance use recovery services.

Preference given to candidates with lived recovery experience. The role includes conducting SUPRT surveys, assisting with insurance navigation, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized recovery plans. This is a temporary, grant-funded position through September 30, 2027.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience in peer recovery support or related field preferred.
• Must possess CPS credential at time of hire.
• Valid California driver’s license if driving is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides individualized, nonclinical recovery support to promote patient engagement, independence, and progress toward recovery goals.
• Collaborates with patients, SUD counselors, and clinical teams to develop, implement, and monitor recovery plans.
• Administers and tracks SUPRT surveys and supports grant compliance and reporting.
• Maintains confidential, accurate records and communicates with the care team to ensure coordinated services.

Skills

Trauma‑informed care

Harm reduction

Motivational interviewing

Relapse prevention

Patient engagement

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

HarborCHC seeks a Peer Recovery Support Specialist to deliver nonclinical recovery support, advocacy, and care coordination for individuals in substance use recovery services.

Preference given to candidates with lived recovery experience. The role includes conducting SUPRT surveys, assisting with insurance navigation, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized recovery plans. This is a temporary, grant-funded position through September 30, 2027.