Peer Support Specialist & Recovery Coach

Lean-On-Me-Inc; Idaho Falls (ID); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Job summary

Lean On Me Inc. in Idaho Falls is seeking a compassionate Peer Support Specialist & Recovery Coach to join our Behavioral Health team. This role leverages lived experience to inspire hope and guide clients on their recovery journey.

You will develop personalized recovery plans, connect clients with community resources, and collaborate with clinicians to ensure coordinated care. Flexible work-from-home options are available, with a mission-driven team focused on compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated empathy and respect for clients in recovery.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Ability to apply motivational interviewing techniques.
• Understanding of trauma-informed care principles.
• Maintain professional boundaries with clients.
• Proficient with basic documentation software.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one peer support and recovery coaching to individuals navigating mental health and substance use recovery.
• Help clients develop personalized recovery plans and set achievable wellness goals.
• Connect clients with community resources, social services, and treatment programs.
• Offer crisis support and help clients build coping skills and resilience strategies.
• Facilitate peer support groups and recovery-focused workshops.
• Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions and progress per Idaho standards.
• Collaborate with clinicians, case managers, and partners for coordinated care.

Skills

Empathy

Active listening

Motivational interviewing

Trauma-informed care

Boundary setting

Documentation

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

About the Role:

Lean On Me Inc. is looking for a compassionate and driven Peer Support Specialist & Recovery Coach to join our Behavioral Health team in Idaho Falls, ID. This is a meaningful opportunity to use your own lived experience to inspire hope and guide others on their journey to recovery. If you're passionate about making a real difference in people's lives, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one peer support and recovery coaching to individuals navigating behavioral health and substance use challenges
• Assist clients in developing personalized recovery plans and setting achievable wellness goals
• Connect clients with community resources, social services, and treatment programs
• Offer crisis support and help clients build coping skills and resilience strategies
• Facilitate peer support groups and recovery-focused workshops
• Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions and progress in compliance with Idaho Department of Health & Welfare standards
• Collaborate with behavioral health clinicians, case managers, and community partners to ensure coordinated care

Requirements:

• Personal lived experience with mental health or substance use recovery is required
• Idaho Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) certification preferred or willingness to obtain
• Strong empathy, active listening, and motivational interviewing skills
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care and recovery-oriented systems of care
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries while building authentic, trusting relationships
• Basic computer skills for documentation and case management software
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred

About Us:

Lean On Me Inc. is a community-centered behavioral health organization based in Idaho Falls, dedicated to empowering individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders. Our clients trust us because we meet them where they are — with compassion, without judgment. Our team thrives in a supportive, mission-driven environment where every staff member's contributions truly matter.

Flexible work from home options available.