Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRS) - Machias

AMHC; Maine; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

AMHC is seeking a compassionate, motivated individual to provide part-time peer support to participants in Adult Treatment Recovery Court in Machias, ME. You will draw on lived recovery experiences to help clients pursue recovery, stability, and a brighter future.

Responsibilities include one-on-one and group support, navigating court requirements, connecting with community resources, and collaborating with the recovery team. A high school diploma and lived experience are required.

Qualifications

• This position requires lived experience with a substance use disorder and willingness to self-identify.
• Experience within the criminal justice system is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to helping others is required.
• Commitment to peer support values, professionalism, and ethical boundaries is expected.
• Passion for empowering individuals on their recovery journey is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and group peer support services.
• Use your lived experience to inspire hope, motivation, and resilience.
• Support participants in achieving recovery and treatment goals.
• Help individuals identify strengths and overcome barriers.
• Connect participants with community resources and recovery supports.
• Encourage self-advocacy, accountability, and personal growth.
• Assist participants in navigating treatment court requirements.
• Document services and maintain confidentiality.
• Collaborate with treatment providers, community partners, and the recovery court team.

Skills

Lived experience in recovery from SUD

Lived experience within the criminal-‑

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

AMHC | Part-Time | MachiasOutpatient

Are you passionate about helping others overcome barriers, build confidence, and create lasting change?

We're looking for a compassionate, motivated individual to support participants in Adult Treatment Recovery Court part-time as they work toward recovery, stability, and a brighter future.

What You'll Do

• Provide one-on-one and group peer support services
• Use your lived experience to inspire hope, motivation, and resilience
• Support participants in achieving recovery and treatment goals
• Help individuals identify strengths and overcome barriers
• Connect participants with community resources and recovery supports
• Encourage self-advocacy, accountability, and personal growth
• Assist participants in navigating treatment court requirements
• Document services and maintain confidentiality
• Collaborate with treatment providers, community partners, and the recovery court team

What We're Looking For

• Lived experience in recovery from substance use disorder
• Lived experience within the criminal justice system
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to helping others
• Commitment to peer support values, professionalism, and ethical boundaries
• Passion for empowering individuals on their recovery journey

Why Join Our Team

• Meaningful work that changes lives
• Opportunity to use your experience to help others succeed
• Supportive, mission-driven environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Collaborative team focused on recovery and community wellness

Schedule

• 3 out of 5 days a week, no more than 24 hours a week
• Occasional flexibility required to meet participant and program needs

Ready to Make a Difference?

• Help others discover their strengths
• Support recovery, resiliency, and independence
• Be part of a team committed to lasting change

Requirements

• This position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• The individual must have lived experience with a substance use disorder, or insider knowledge in recovery and be willing to self-identify.
• Must have experience in or with the criminal justice system.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Recovery Coach requirements:
• Complete Recovery Coach Academy training within four (4) months of date of hire.
• Complete the CCAR Ethical Considerations for Recovery Coaches ethics training or complete the CCAR training itself during the first nine (9) months of service.
• Take part in monthly coachervision.
• Register with the Maine Peer Recovery Coach Certification Board
• Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialists (CIPPS) requirements:
• Within the first 30 days of hire CIPSS Pre-Training completed and submitted.
• Within 60 days of hire begin attending monthly co-reflections and continue attending co-reflections monthly until Core CIPSS training begins.
• Within 60 days of hire attend Peer Support 101 and apply for the next available Core Training.

AMHC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.