Recovery Mentor & Peer Support Specialist

Highland; Charleston, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Peer Support Specialist at Highland Hospital in Charleston, West Virginia, works from initial referral through discharge to help clients develop skills and sustain recovery. You act as a mentor, advocate and liaison, engaging clients at intake and coordinating with clinical teams and community resources.

The role emphasizes peer-driven support for addiction treatment options, helping with housing, daily living skills, and access to primary care.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Certification as a Peer Specialist is required.
• CPR and de-escalation training is required (training offered at hire).

Responsibilities

• Acts as a mentor to promote decision making, empowerment and engagement.
• Liaises between clients, clinical team and community resources.
• Advocates for clients and supports initial contact and intake.
• Provides peer support related to MAT options and recovery activities.
• Documents services per clinical standards in a timely manner.
• Assists with housing, daily living skills and connection to care.

Skills

Mentoring

Advocacy

Engagement

Liaison skills

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Peer Specialist certification

Job description

The Peer Support Specialist at Highland Hospital in Charleston, West Virginia, works from initial referral through discharge to help clients develop skills and sustain recovery. You act as a mentor, advocate and liaison, engaging clients at intake and coordinating with clinical teams and community resources.

The role emphasizes peer-driven support for addiction treatment options, helping with housing, daily living skills, and access to primary care.