Peer Recovery Support Specialist — Empower Wellness

Piedmont Community Services; Rocky Mount (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Community Services in Virginia seeks a Full-time Peer Recovery Support Specialist for the Franklin County Family Recovery Court. The role provides non-clinical peer-to-peer activities to empower individuals toward health, recovery, resiliency, and wellness.

Candidates must have one year lived experience with substance use challenges and be certified or eligible for Virginia certification. A valid driver's license and clean driving record are required; background checks and drug

Qualifications

• One year lived experience of substance use disorder and personal recovery.
• Certified or Eligible for Certification as Peer Recovery Support Specialist in Virginia.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-clinical peer-to-peer activities to empower individuals to improve health, recovery, resiliency, and wellness.

Skills

Lived experience

Non-clinical peer support

Driver's license

Education

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (Virginia)

Job description

Piedmont Community Services in Virginia seeks a Full-time Peer Recovery Support Specialist for the Franklin County Family Recovery Court. The role provides non-clinical peer-to-peer activities to empower individuals toward health, recovery, resiliency, and wellness.

Candidates must have one year lived experience with substance use challenges and be certified or eligible for Virginia certification. A valid driver's license and clean driving record are required; background checks and drug