Recovery-Focused Peer Support Specialist (Flexible Schedule)

ANEW Behavioral Health; Xenia (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Anew Behavioral Health is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to provide non-clinical, recovery-oriented support to residents in our program in Xenia, OH. This role uses lived experience to offer emotional support, mentorship, and advocacy, helping clients stay engaged in their recovery journey.

Applicants without active Peer Support Certification will not be considered. Regular, in person attendance is required. This is a 1099 Contractor position with weekly pay and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Applicants chosen for hire must pass UDS.
• BCI Background Check required, criminal history will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis; Anew Behavioral Health is a Fair Chance employer.
• Anew Behavioral Health is an EEO employer.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with a history of substance use and/or mental health conditions.
• Meeting with mental health professionals to establish treatment plans.
• Providing coaching and emotional support for clients.
• Helping clients manage appointments with mental health professionals.
• Reporting concerns about health and safety to other members of the care team.
• Keeping accurate records of client encounters.
• Writing recovery reviews to update client files.
• Maintaining client confidentiality.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Observational skills

Active listening

Record keeping

Computer skills

Substance use knowledge

Tools

Email

Word processing

Records management software

Job description

Anew Behavioral Health is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to provide non-clinical, recovery-oriented support to residents in our program in Xenia, OH. This role uses lived experience to offer emotional support, mentorship, and advocacy, helping clients stay engaged in their recovery journey.

Applicants without active Peer Support Certification will not be considered. Regular, in person attendance is required. This is a 1099 Contractor position with weekly pay and flexible scheduling.