Peer Recovery Specialist — Justice Support & Outreach

Piedmont Community Services

Stuart (VA)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 54,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid time off (14 holidays + floating)

Paid vacation and sick leave

Licensure incentives (LPC, LCSW, CSAC)

HSA / FSA options

Dental, Vision, Supplemental Insurance

Wellness Program

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retirement plan with employer match (V

Paid Life Insurance 2x salary

Job summary

Piedmont Community Services is seeking a compassionate Peer Support Specialist to join our Justice Support, jail diversion team in Virginia. You will provide recovery‑oriented support to individuals in the criminal justice system, focusing on those in Patrick County, offering outreach, advocacy, and connection to resources.

Lived recovery experience is highly valued. You will work with jail staff and partners to promote stability, access to treatment, and improved quality of life, participating

Qualifications

Lived recovery experience and ability to share recovery journey responsibly.
Experience providing peer support or recovery coaching is preferred.
Ability to outreach to individuals involved in the criminal justice system.

Responsibilities

Provide outreach and peer support to individuals in the CJ system.
Assist participants in accessing behavioral health treatment and resources.
Collaborate with jail staff and community partners to coordinate services.

Skills

Lived recovery experience

Peer support

Outreach

Advocacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lived recovery experience is highly valued. You will work with jail staff and partners to promote stability, access to treatment, and improved quality of life, participating

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