Recovery Support Mentor (Peer) – Empower Wellness

Westbrook Health Services, Inc.; St. Marys (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost benefits package

Paid time off

Paid training

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Westbrook Health Services, Inc. seeks a Peer Specialist to use lived experience with mental health and/or substance use to support consumers. You will share your recovery journey to build trust, offer guidance, and help clients access housing, employment, and education resources.

You will promote recovery through person-centered, strength-based services, participate in community awareness efforts, and ensure confidentiality under HIPAA and 42 CFR part 2 while documenting services as required.

Qualifications

• Lived recovery experience required.
• Ability to communicate clearly with diverse individuals.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Stable recovery and involvement with support networks.
• No recent legal issues or intensive BH treatment activities.
• Pass background checks and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide support, resources, and guidance to consumers using lived experience.
• Promote recovery-focused, person-centered service delivery.
• Assist individuals in accessing housing, employment, education, and healthcare resources.
• Engage in community recovery awareness and stigma reduction activities.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and 42 CFR part 2.
• Collect and submit service data as required by regulations.

Skills

Clear communication

Teamwork

Professional conduct

Diversity sensitivity

Recovery experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Westbrook Health Services, Inc. seeks a Peer Specialist to use lived experience with mental health and/or substance use to support consumers. You will share your recovery journey to build trust, offer guidance, and help clients access housing, employment, and education resources.

You will promote recovery through person-centered, strength-based services, participate in community awareness efforts, and ensure confidentiality under HIPAA and 42 CFR part 2 while documenting services as required.