Recovery-Focused Peer Support Specialist

Pathways Inc. - Kentucky; Louisa (KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathways Inc. - Kentucky is seeking a compassionate Peer Support Specialist (PSS) to provide support, advocacy, and encouragement to adults experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges.

This role leverages lived experience to empower recovery, helps individuals build hope, and connect with resources for long-term well-being. The PSS collaborates with consumers and treatment teams to promote recovery, resilience, and community integration.

Qualifications

• Lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery.
• Two or more years of recovery preferred.
• Understanding of recovery-oriented systems of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support, encouragement, and mentoring to individuals receiving services.
• Share personal recovery experiences in a professional and appropriate manner to inspire hope and promote recovery.
• Assist consumers in identifying strengths, setting goals, and developing recovery plans.
• Support consumers in navigating community resources and accessing needed services.
• Promote self-advocacy, empowerment, and personal responsibility in recovery.
• Assist consumers in developing coping skills, wellness strategies, and recovery supports.
• Collaborate with treatment team members to support consumer-centered care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation as required.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and required trainings.
• Adhere to agency policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements.

Skills

Lived experience

Communication skills

Advocacy

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification as Peer Support Specialist

Job description

Pathways Inc. - Kentucky is seeking a compassionate Peer Support Specialist (PSS) to provide support, advocacy, and encouragement to adults experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges.

This role leverages lived experience to empower recovery, helps individuals build hope, and connect with resources for long-term well-being. The PSS collaborates with consumers and treatment teams to promote recovery, resilience, and community integration.