Peer Supporter - Ohio - 1099 Contractor

navitahealth; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Navita Health seeks a Peer Support Specialist to meet clients in their communities, homes, and everyday settings. Your lived-recovery experience will guide empathetic mentorship, goal setting, and resource navigation, with a focus on SUD and mental health.

The role emphasizes client-centered care and advocacy. This is a 1099 contractor position in Ohio, offering flexible scheduling (part-time or full-time) and weekly payments.

Qualifications

• Must hold an OHMHAS Peer Supporter Certification or pursue OHMHAS certification.
• 1+ year of personal lived experience in recovery from SUD.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle with active insurance.
• GED or High School Diploma required.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Build connections with individuals in recovery and provide empathetic, non-judgmental support.
• Offer client-led peer support, wellness plans, and coping strategy development.
• Advocate for access to services; collaborate with community organizations.
• Identify crises and engage professional services when needed.
• Maintain confidential digital records and participate in weekly supervision.

Skills

Peer Supporter Certification

Excellent communication

Driver’s license

Reliable vehicle with insurance

GED or High School Diploma

Lived recovery experience

Education

OHMHAS Peer Certification (if not held)

Job description

Who is Navita Health?

Navita Health is a next-generation behavioral health company committed to transforming the way people experience recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) and mental health challenges. Our name, meaning “new life,” is exactly what we aim to create for every person we serve.

Through compassionate care, real-time access, and innovative technology, we deliver a personalized, holistic, and coordinated support system. Whether it's through assessments, peer-led services, outpatient care, or digital tools, Navita Health offers an integrated platform that simplifies the path to healing and empowers individuals to rebuild their lives with confidence.

We don’t just treat symptoms—we restore hope, build sustainable resilience, and help people embrace a healthier future.

Role Overview:

Are you a Peer Supporter eager to leverage your personal recovery journey to positively impact the lives of individuals with limited access to Substance Use Disorder (SUD) services? Envision a role where your experience with SUD serves as a guiding light for others. As a Peer Supporter with Navita Health, you have the unique opportunity to meet clients in their communities, homes, and everyday lives.

This role is about more than just support; it's about providing customized mentorship, aiding individuals in navigating complex services and resources, and advocating for their needs. Every interaction you have can leave a lasting impact, and sometimes, it might even be life‑saving. We value your past, including criminal backgrounds, as it enhances your capacity to empathize and support others effectively.

Join our team to transform your journey into a powerful instrument of change. Together, we can extend hope and tangible aid to those on the path to recovery, all while you continue to strengthen your own journey. This isn't merely a job; it's an opportunity to alter lives profoundly.

As a 1099 Contractor Peer Support Specialist at Navita Health, you're afforded the flexibility to set your own schedule and manage a caseload either part‑time or full‑time hours. You are able to work with clients directly in your community or through a placement with a Navita Health partnering program in Ohio.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Must have a current, unencumbered Peer Supporter Certification from the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services (OHMHAS)
• If you don’t hold a OHMHAS Certification yet, please go here for more information regarding Peer Supporter Certification: OHMHAS - Peer Certification
• Self‑declaration of 1+ years of personal lived experience in recovery from Substance Use Disorder (SUD)
• Must have a current valid driver’s license
• Must have consistent access to a reliable vehicle with active insurance in your name.
• Must have GED or High School Diploma
• Must pass Applicant Background Check, if applicable by state
• Strong computer/technology skills to learn and use digital platform for client appointments and notes
• Access to a reliable computer, laptop, or tablet and a mobile device
• Openness and appreciation for diverse backgrounds
• Adherence to boundaries and ethics
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Responsibilities and Duties:

Peer Support:

• Build and nurture connections with individuals in recovery from substance use disorders.
• Provide empathy, understanding, and support in a non‑judgmental manner, drawing from personal experiences and recognizing recovery can look different for each individual.

Conduct Individual Support Sessions:

• Offer personalized, client‑led peer support, including the promotion of wellness plans, goals, and the maintenance of their newly developed skills.
• Assist clients in developing coping strategies and resilience within their recovery journey.

Advocacy:

• Guide clients in accessing suitable services and resources.
• Collaborate with community organizations to bolster support systems.

Crisis Intervention:

• Identify when and how to engage professional services or emergency responders.
• Recognize client triggers and aid in the development of healthy coping mechanisms.

Documentation and Supervision:

• Keep accurate and confidential digital records of client interactions and progress.
• Participate in regular supervision sessions to reflect on personal and professional growth, facilitated weekly by the company.

Compensation:

• As a Certified Peer Support Specialist, 1099 Independent Contractor with Navita Health you will be paid weekly in accordance with weekly client care appointments.
• Payscale: $20-$23/hr depending on experience with us and/or certifications.