Peer Support Specialist (Day One Center)

True North Recovery; Wasilla (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance reimbursement

401K match up to 5%

Life & AD&D insurance covered

Vision and dental coverage 90%

Paid holidays

Paid time off accrual

Disability coverage

Monthly cash stipend

Supplemental benefits

Job summary

Day One Peer Support Specialist at True North Recovery mentors clients to model recovery and shares experiences to promote wellness and resilience. You’ll work with clients, families, sponsors and community supports to remove barriers and rebuild relationships.

You will connect individuals to resources, recognize relapse triggers, and advocate for recovery in the community; CPR/First Aid certification is expected within 90 days, maintaining compliant background checks and driving needs as

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Ability to obtain Peer Support Certification with the State of Alaska within 3 years of hire date.
• Demonstrate a healthy lifestyle and has the ability to share their recovery story.
• Strong Understanding of community resources and referral agencies.
• If in recovery must be in remission for ONE year and working a program of recovery.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certified or able to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Continued employment is contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory state and federal background check.
• Must have a valid Alaska’s Driver’s License and insurable under True Norths Vehicle insurance

Responsibilities

• Provide information on support resources available through groups and organizations in Alaska.
• Assist families to understand warning signs, wellness measures, and the recovery process.
• Help individuals have their voices heard and communicate recovery needs to providers.
• Assist individuals in utilizing resources to become more independent (transportation, groups, computers, library card, education, finances, etc.).
• Provide Crisis Support when needed.
• Promote education and advocacy around mental health and recovery to reduce stigma.
• Maintain relationships with community partner agencies.
• Help individuals develop and utilize community supports and resources.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Peer support

Motivational Interviewing

Trauma-Informed Care

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Peer Support Certification within 3 years

Job description

Job Description

The Day One Peer Support Specialist is responsible for role modeling overall wellness and mentoring to all individuals who receive services at Day One. This position works directly with clients to model recovery and holds a strong belief that all people can recover from addiction and obtain happiness. The Peer Support Specialist will role model being an advocate in the recovery community and participate in community activities seeking out opportunities to share their story. They work directly with client, family, sponsors and community supports to remove barriers, address relapse triggers, and re‑build fractures to positive relationships.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide family members with information on support resources available through groups and organizations in the state of Alaska
• Assist, when appropriate, family members and others to understand possible warning signs and triggers, appropriate supportive responses, wellness measures, and the overall recovery process
• Assist recovering individuals to have their voices fully heard
• Support individuals in identifying their areas of need for treatment services and to communicate these needs to provider staff
• Provide Crisis Support when needed
• Assist individuals in utilizing resources to help them become more independent (e.g. public transportation, support groups, using computers, obtain library card, training, vocational services, education, finances, health and wellness, etc.)
• Assist individuals in identifying barriers to their recovery, and develop strategies to overcome them
• Provide education and advocacy within the community that promotes awareness of mental health, serious emotional disturbance, OUD and co‑occurring disorders, and reduces barriers such as stigma and misconceptions
• Maintain a working relationship with all community partner agencies
• Assist individuals in developing and utilizing natural supports and resources in the community (e.g. support groups, making friends, spiritual support, etc.)
• Work with peers and staff to identify community supports and help individuals understand how to utilize these resources in their recovery
• Perform related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required
• Ability to obtain Peer Support Certification with the State of Alaska within 3 years of hire date.
• Demonstrate a healthy lifestyle and has the ability to share their recovery story
• Strong Understanding of community resources and referral agencies
• If in recovery must be in remission for ONE year and working a program of recovery
• CPR/First Aid/AED certified or able to obtain within 90 days of hire
• Continued employment is contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory state and federal background check
• Must have a valid Alaska’s Driver’s License and insurable under True Norths Vehicle insurance

Preferred Skills

• Two years’ experience working with individuals in substance‑use related field
• Two years’ experience providing peer support services
• Working knowledge of Motivational Interviewing and Trauma‑Informed Care
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and schedule work
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Working knowledge of HIPPA
• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ability to work independently and seek supervision appropriately

Competencies

• Understanding of Trauma Informed Care
• Understanding of addiction and recovery
• Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and initiative
• Demonstrate positive work ethic and organization skills
• Exercise good judgment

Full‑Time Benefits

• ICHRA Coverage for Employee Health Insurance Policy Reimbursement (Health Insurance Policy Reimbursement)
• 401K Plan – 100% Match Up To 5%
• Life & ADD Insurance Policy 100% covered by employer
• Vision and Dental Policy 90% covered by employer
• 10 Paid Holidays a Year
• Paid Time Off Accrual
• Paid Training and Credentialing
• Short term and long‑term disability
• Monthly cash stipend
• Supplemental benefits including: critical illness insurance, accident insurance and hospital indemnity

Physical Requirements

This role is primarily performed in an office building with standard office environment and controlled temperatures. When working outdoors or at a job site the employee may be exposed to construction equipment or other moving objects/equipment, reference job site specifics. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk/hear, see, read, and personally interact with others.