Peer Recovery Specialist — Empowerment & Community Support

Envision Health Inc; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Envision Health Inc. is seeking a Registered Peer Support Specialist (RPSS) to provide strength-based support to clients navigating behavioral health services.

The role leverages lived recovery experience to inspire hope and promote self-determination. Responsibilities include building trusting relationships, assisting clients in identifying goals, supporting engagement with treatment and community resources, and documenting activities in line with DBHDS and DMAS standards.

Qualifications

• Registered Peer Recovery Specialist (PRS/RPSS) in Virginia.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Lived experience in recovery.
• Completion of DBHDS-approved training program; ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer recovery support services based on shared lived experience.
• Establish trusting, supportive relationships that promote recovery.
• Assist individuals in identifying strengths, goals, and recovery pathways.
• Support engagement in treatment and community resources.
• Collaborate on recovery planning and goal development.
• Assist with community integration (housing, employment, social supports).
• Complete documentation in compliance with DBHDS and DMAS standards.
• Participate in team meetings and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Skills

Lived experience

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Envision Health Inc. is seeking a Registered Peer Support Specialist (RPSS) to provide strength-based support to clients navigating behavioral health services.

The role leverages lived recovery experience to inspire hope and promote self-determination. Responsibilities include building trusting relationships, assisting clients in identifying goals, supporting engagement with treatment and community resources, and documenting activities in line with DBHDS and DMAS standards.