Peer Recovery Specialist - VR Therapy & Recovery Coaching

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition benefits

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) seeks a Peer Recovery Specialist to leverage lived experience to mentor, advocate, and support clients through recovery, including VR therapy training and usage.

Responsibilities include delivering recovery education, facilitating group sessions, assisting with VR-based therapy, and coordinating with clinical staff to promote long-term community reintegration. Minimum qualifications include Virginia certification and one year of experience.

Qualifications

• Virginia Certification Board peer recovery certification is required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Peer Recovery Specialist.
• Ability to work respectfully with a diverse population.

Responsibilities

• Provide recovery education to support recipients across recovery phases.
• Facilitate group-based addiction recovery sessions.
• Train and guide clients in using VR therapy equipment and content.
• Counsel clients about their VR therapy experiences.
• Demonstrate recovery as a feasible path and present to staff.
• Support recovery planning and transition to self-directed plans.
• Maintain program logs and participate in treatment planning.
• Connect clients with community resources and mutual aid groups.

Skills

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

1 year experience

Professionalism & civility

Education

High School Diploma / GED or equivalent

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) seeks a Peer Recovery Specialist to leverage lived experience to mentor, advocate, and support clients through recovery, including VR therapy training and usage.

Responsibilities include delivering recovery education, facilitating group sessions, assisting with VR-based therapy, and coordinating with clinical staff to promote long-term community reintegration. Minimum qualifications include Virginia certification and one year of experience.