Recovery‑Focused Peer Support Specialist

Resources for Human Development; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Apis Services, Inc. seeks a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) to empower Persons in Recovery through advocacy, education, and recovery coaching. You will promote hope, self‑determination, wellness, and community integration while collaborating with treatment teams, families, and community supports.

The role requires CPS certification, a high school diploma or GED, and experience in mental health recovery. Expect a collaborative environment with emphasis on confidentiality, ethics, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certification required.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience supporting individuals in mental health recovery preferred.
• Demonstrated lived experience with recovery and the ability to utilize that experience appropriately in peer support services.
• Must maintain all certification requirements established by applicable state and credentialing entities.
• Must complete a minimum of eighteen (18) continuing education or training credits annually to maintain certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides peer support services to PIRs through advocacy, education, encouragement, and recovery coaching.
• Uses lived experience to foster hope, empowerment, engagement, and self‑determination.
• Assists individuals in developing and pursuing personal recovery goals.
• Supports engagement in treatment and recovery‑oriented services.
• Provides recovery education to individuals, family members, staff, and community partners.
• Assists individuals in developing natural supports and community connections.
• Facilitates and supports peer‑led recovery activities and wellness initiatives.
• Supports person‑centered interventions identified in individual service plans.
• Assists individuals with independent living preparation and skill development.
• Serves as a recovery role model by demonstrating healthy coping strategies and recovery principles.
• Supports individuals in developing social skills and increasing community participation.
• Provides information regarding recovery resources, community programs, and self‑help opportunities.
• Promotes wellness, resilience, and self‑advocacy.
• Assists with orientation and engagement of new program participants.
• Supports recovery planning, goal setting, and wellness management strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Trust-building

Lived experience

Interpersonal skills

Professional boundaries

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Apis Services, Inc. seeks a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) to empower Persons in Recovery through advocacy, education, and recovery coaching. You will promote hope, self‑determination, wellness, and community integration while collaborating with treatment teams, families, and community supports.

The role requires CPS certification, a high school diploma or GED, and experience in mental health recovery. Expect a collaborative environment with emphasis on confidentiality, ethics, and