Recovery Peer Coach & Resource Connector

True North Recovery; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ICHRA health insurance reimbursement

401K plan with 100% match up to 5%

Life & AD&D insurance

Vision & Dental coverage

10 paid holidays

Paid time off accrual

Paid training and credentialing

Short/long term disability

Monthly cash stipend

Additional supplemental benefits

Job summary

True North Recovery Inc. is seeking a dedicated Peer Support Specialist to provide direct peer support to individuals in recovery, drawing on lived experience and training to encourage engagement with housing, education, employment, and community resources.

You will facilitate recovery planning, motivate clients, maintain professional boundaries, document in EHR using DAP notes, and collaborate with the treatment team to promote safety, dignity, and respectful care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain Alaska Peer Support Certification within 3 years of hire.
• Lived recovery experience and 6+ months sobriety preferred.
• Background check required (state and federal).
• Valid Alaska driver's license and use of personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct peer support linking clients to employment, housing, education and community resources.
• Assist clients in setting and pursuing recovery goals.
• Serve as a role model and liaison to providers and treatment team.
• Maintain professional boundaries and document care in EHR (DAP notes).
• Engage in outreach and community activities to support recovery.

Skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

HIPAA knowledge

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Alaska Peer Support Certification (within 3 years)

Lived recovery experience

Job description

True North Recovery Inc. is seeking a dedicated Peer Support Specialist to provide direct peer support to individuals in recovery, drawing on lived experience and training to encourage engagement with housing, education, employment, and community resources.

You will facilitate recovery planning, motivate clients, maintain professional boundaries, document in EHR using DAP notes, and collaborate with the treatment team to promote safety, dignity, and respectful care.