Peer Support Specialist

UHS

Plymouth (IN)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 33,000

Full time

43 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Prescription drug plan

401(K) with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Michiana Behavioral Health is seeking a full-time Peer Support Specialist to work in Outpatient Services. The role focuses on providing support and education to patients and families as an adjunct to clinical services, helping individuals advance along their recovery path.

The position requires CPSP or CAPRC certification, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license, with responsibilities including in-home sessions, readiness facilitation, and linkage to community resources.

Qualifications

High school graduate or GED required.
Certified Peer Support Professional (CPSP) or CAPRC I/II required.
Valid driver’s license required.
Must have personal lived experience of recovery from a mental health condition, substance use, or support a family member.

Responsibilities

Meet with patients in their homes to conduct sessions and collect drug samples.
Facilitate patient readiness for change.
Model coping techniques and self-help strategies.
Assist patients in linking to community supports and treatment services.
Assist patients in setting personal recovery goals and developing recovery care plans.

Skills

Lived recovery experience

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Peer Support Professional (CPSP)

Certified Addiction Peer Recovery Coach (CAPRC I & CAPRC II)

Job description

Peer Support Specialist - Full-time Michiana Behavioral Health is seeking a full-time Peer Support Specialist to work in Outpatient Services. This position is responsible for providing support and education to patients and family members that serve as an adjunct to direct clinical services and enhance patient's personal pathway to recovery.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities Include

Responsible for meeting with patients in their homes to complete sessions and collect drug screen samples
Facilitates patient's readiness for change
Models coping techniques and self-help strategies
Assists patients in linking to community support and treatment services
Assists patients is setting personal recovery goals and developing recovery care plans.

Benefit Highlights

Challenging and rewarding work environment
Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
Competitive Compensation
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
Generous Paid Time Off
Free Basic Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

Requirements

Qualifications

High school graduate or GED
Certified Peer Support Professional (CPSP) or Certified Addiction Peer Recovery Coach (CAPRC I and CAPRC II) required
Valid driver's license
Have a personal lived experience of recovery from a mental health condition, substance use or problem gambling and/or assisted a family member with the same.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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