Recovery Peer Specialist - No Weekends, 34 PTO, PSLF

Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc.; Georgetown, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group medical, dental, and vision

Fleet vehicle for use

34 paid days off annually

Tuition reimbursement and retirement 1

PSLF eligibility

No weekends

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc. is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to assist clients through recovery, access services, and linkages to community resources, including housing and healthcare.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, empowerment, self-care coaching, and building a stable recovery network. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, being in recovery for at least two years, and certification support as CPRS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and must be over 18.
• Peer in recovery with at least 2 years of recovery.
• Valid driver's license with 2 points or less; own vehicle may be used.
• CPRS certification preferred; if not certified, completion within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients through the recovery process and program.
• Help clients access entitlements and community resources.
• Provide crisis intervention and recovery support guidance.
• Connect clients with housing, food, transportation, healthcare and social services.
• Educate and empower clients to build a stable recovery network.
• Support self-care, coping skills, and linkage to outside resources.

Skills

Peer support experience

Verbal communication

Public assistance navigation

Transportation coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPRS certification (preferred; within 12 months)

Job description

Brandywine Counseling & Community Services, Inc. is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to assist clients through recovery, access services, and linkages to community resources, including housing and healthcare.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, empowerment, self-care coaching, and building a stable recovery network. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, being in recovery for at least two years, and certification support as CPRS.