Recovery-Focused Peer Support Specialist

Pathways Inc. - Kentucky; Louisa (KY); On-site; USD 32,500 - 36,652; Full time

Job summary

Pathways Inc. - Kentucky is seeking a Peer Support Specialist dedicated to supporting adults facing mental health and substance use challenges. This role involves providing encouragement, advocacy, and leveraging lived experiences to empower individuals in their recovery journey.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and certification as a Peer Support Specialist. The position is full-time, with the ideal candidate possessing strong communication and interpersonal skills while promoting self-advocacy and resilience.

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.
• Assist consumers in identifying strengths and goals.
• Collaborate with treatment team members.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Advocacy skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification as Peer Support Specialist

Job description

Pathways Inc. - Kentucky is seeking a Peer Support Specialist dedicated to supporting adults facing mental health and substance use challenges. This role involves providing encouragement, advocacy, and leveraging lived experiences to empower individuals in their recovery journey.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and certification as a Peer Support Specialist. The position is full-time, with the ideal candidate possessing strong communication and interpersonal skills while promoting self-advocacy and resilience.