Recovery Peer Coach for Substance Use & Wellness

Volunteers of America Mid-States; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Plans (EAP)

Health and Wellness Program

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Account

Health Spending Account

Short Term Disability

MetLife Legal Plans

403b retirement plan with company fund

Job summary

Volunteers of America Mid-States is hiring a Registered Alcohol and Drug Peer Support Specialist in Somerset, KY. You will provide peer support, education, and mentorship to individuals in recovery, helping them navigate treatment services and community resources.

The role emphasizes respect for each person’s path to recovery, maintaining confidential records, and developing person-centered recovery plans with staff collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Registered Alcohol and Drug Peer Support Specialist in Kentucky.
• Valid KY driver's license and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project records and reports in appropriate files and databases.
• Provide recovery education to service recipients at all stages of recovery.
• Coach recovering individuals to develop personalized recovery plans.
• Support connections to community resources and mutual self-help groups.
• Promote self-advocacy and assist with barriers to participation.

Skills

Peer Support Certification

Driver's License

Sobriety - 1 year

Education

High School Diploma or GED

KY Registered Alcohol and Drug Peer Support Specialist

Job description

Volunteers of America Mid-States is hiring a Registered Alcohol and Drug Peer Support Specialist in Somerset, KY. You will provide peer support, education, and mentorship to individuals in recovery, helping them navigate treatment services and community resources.

The role emphasizes respect for each person’s path to recovery, maintaining confidential records, and developing person-centered recovery plans with staff collaboration.