Recovery Peer Support Lead & Program Mentor

Apalachee Center, Inc.; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Apalachee Center, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Peer Support Coordinator in Tallahassee, FL to lead a team of Peer Support Specialists. The role centers on mentorship, training, program development, and advocating for individuals receiving behavioral health services.

You will work to strengthen recovery-focused programs, collaborate with management and community partners, and promote consumer advocacy and empowerment within the organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Personal lived experience as a current or former recipient of mental health services.
• Previous experience as a Peer Support Specialist or in a peer support role preferred.
• Experience supporting individuals with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) preferred.
• Certification as a Recovery Peer Specialist recognized by the Florida Certification Board is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentorship and support to Peer Support Specialists through meetings, coaching, and shadowing.
• Assist with training and professional development for peer staff, including those pursuing certification.
• Develop and implement peer support program guidelines and training initiatives with management.
• Promote recovery-oriented practices and serve as a resource on recovery strategies and wellness plans.
• Advocate for individuals receiving behavioral health services and encourage independence and recovery.
• Collaborate with community organizations and provider agencies to expand peer services.
• Participate in care coordination meetings and client staffing conferences as requested.
• Foster a positive, supportive, recovery-focused environment for staff and clients.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with agency policies and training requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Organizational skills

Verbal & written communication

Confidentiality

Crisis intervention

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Recovery Peer Specialist certification (Florida Certification Board)

Job description

Apalachee Center, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Peer Support Coordinator in Tallahassee, FL to lead a team of Peer Support Specialists. The role centers on mentorship, training, program development, and advocating for individuals receiving behavioral health services.

You will work to strengthen recovery-focused programs, collaborate with management and community partners, and promote consumer advocacy and empowerment within the organization.