Peer Recovery Support Specialist (Temp)

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,914,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a Temp Peer Recovery Support Specialist who will conduct substance use screenings, educate and support individuals at risk, and connect participants with treatment, recovery, and community-based services. The role includes facilitating referrals, coordinating care, tracking engagement, and maintaining documentation.

This temporary position emphasizes building trust to reduce barriers to accessing care and recovery outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification as a PRSS/CPRS or eligibility to obtain.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in peer recovery support.

Responsibilities

• Conduct substance use screenings.
• Provide education and support to individuals at risk.
• Connect participants with treatment, recovery, behavioral health and community-based services.
• Facilitate referrals and assist with care coordination.
• Monitor engagement and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Substance use knowledge

Recovery resources

Motivational interviewing

Trauma-informed care

Care coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description - Peer Recovery Support Specialist (Temp) (T239519)

Description

Job Summary

The Peer Recovery Support Specialist will conduct substance use screenings, provide education and support to individuals identified as at risk, and connect participants with appropriate treatment, recovery, behavioral health, and community-based services. The position will facilitate referrals, assist with care coordination, monitor participant engagement, maintain accurate documentation, and serve as a trusted resource to reduce barriers to accessing care and support recovery outcomes.

Pay Range: $15.00- $21.15

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• The incumbent must possess certification as a Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS/CPRS), or be eligible to obtain
• One year of relevant experience in peer recovery support

Required Skills

Required skills include strong communication and interpersonal abilities, knowledge of substance use and recovery resources, motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, care coordination

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include certification as a Peer Recovery Support Specialist, experience working with individuals affected by substance use disorders, and familiarity with community-based

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

Temporary Services

Job Category

UAB Temporary Services

Organization

114402000 Temporary Services

Employee Status

Temporary

Shift : Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager) : Onsite