Peer Support Specialist, Community Services & Outreach

Region Ten CSB; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Region Ten Community Services Board in Charlottesville, VA seeks a Community Services Associate B/Peer Support Specialist to provide peer support and coordinate residential placements for individuals with substance use disorders. You will transport clients to treatment and appointments while performing outreach in public housing areas.

The role requires a high school diploma (bachelor’s in human services preferred) and 72-hour Peer Support training; valid VA driver’s license and clean driving

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services preferred.
• 72‑hour DBHDS Peer Support Specialist training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support services to individuals with substance use disorder.
• Coordinate residential screening assessments and placements.
• Transport clients to residential treatment and appointments as needed.
• Outreach and education in Charlottesville’s Public Housing neighborhoods.

Skills

Peer support

Trauma-informed care

Engagement

Public outreach

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services (preferred)

Tools

Electronic health records

Word processing

Job description

Region Ten Community Services Board in Charlottesville, VA seeks a Community Services Associate B/Peer Support Specialist to provide peer support and coordinate residential placements for individuals with substance use disorders. You will transport clients to treatment and appointments while performing outreach in public housing areas.

The role requires a high school diploma (bachelor’s in human services preferred) and 72-hour Peer Support training; valid VA driver’s license and clean driving