Peer Recovery Support Specialist - SUD Mentorship & Transit

Goodwill Industries Of Kanawha Valley; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of the Summit is seeking a compassionate Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) to join our Substance Use Disorder program. You will use your lived recovery experience to inspire and support participants on their journey toward healing and stability.

Working with the SUD Case Manager, you will transport participants, help with recovery plans, facilitate peer groups, and maintain accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Peer Recovery Support Specialist, or willingness to obtain within six months of hire.
• Valid driver's license with safe driving record required.
• Must be comfortable with driving an 18-foot, 12-passenger van to transport participants.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with program participants by sharing lived recovery experiences.
• Provide encouragement, mentorship and support to participants in achieving recovery goals.
• Assist with transporting participants to appointments and activities in the SUD program van.
• Work with the SUD Case Manager to support individualized recovery plans.
• Facilitate group meetings and activities to foster peer support and recovery-oriented discussions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of participant interactions and activities.
• Stay informed about local resources and programs available to individuals in recovery.
• Serve as a role model, demonstrating healthy coping mechanisms and commitment to recovery.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

PRSS certification

Driver's license

Job description

Goodwill Industries of the Summit is seeking a compassionate Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) to join our Substance Use Disorder program. You will use your lived recovery experience to inspire and support participants on their journey toward healing and stability.

Working with the SUD Case Manager, you will transport participants, help with recovery plans, facilitate peer groups, and maintain accurate documentation.