Recovery & Reentry Peer Coach

Horizon Behavioral Heal; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VRS benefits

Insurance: health, dental, vision

Generous annual leave

Paid holidays

Loan repayment programs (NHSC/HRSA)

Student discounts

Job summary

Horizon Behavioral Heal is seeking a Peer Recovery Specialist in Lynchburg, VA to support individuals transitioning from incarceration to the community. This grant-based role emphasizes recovery coaching, linkage to MOUD, housing, employment, and transportation, with collaboration among correctional staff, clinicians, case managers, and community partners.

Applicants should have lived recovery experience and a High School Diploma or GED, with a commitment to reducing recidivism and promoting

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least one continuous year of sustained recovery for persons with lived experience.
• Ability to work with correctional staff and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide recovery coaching and mentorship to participants.
• Assist with individualized reentry planning and linkage to treatment and supports.
• Coordinate services with diverse providers and maintain professional relationships.

Skills

Recovery knowledge

Co-occurring mental health

Problem solving

Resource identification

Service coordination

Boundaries

Independent work

Team collaboration

Technology literacy

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Computer skills

Internet research

Job description

Horizon Behavioral Heal is seeking a Peer Recovery Specialist in Lynchburg, VA to support individuals transitioning from incarceration to the community. This grant-based role emphasizes recovery coaching, linkage to MOUD, housing, employment, and transportation, with collaboration among correctional staff, clinicians, case managers, and community partners.

Applicants should have lived recovery experience and a High School Diploma or GED, with a commitment to reducing recidivism and promoting