Recovery Support Specialist I — Warm Line

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board

Hampton (VA)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 39,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life Insurance

FSA

Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Virginia Retirement System

Job summary

The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board seeks a Peer Recovery Specialist I to offer person-centered support for individuals facing mental health or substance use challenges. You will use lived experience, encouragement, advocacy, and recovery-oriented practices to foster stability and community connections.

Primary duties include building supportive relationships, assisting with daily living, monitoring changes, connecting clients to services, and coaching practical skills.

Qualifications

Must have personally experienced a mental health and/or substance use condition.
Minimum 12 months of successful recovery and progress in managing condition.
Must complete DBHDS 72 hour Peer Recovery Specialist Training within 6 months.

Responsibilities

Build recovery-focused relationships to encourage growth and progress.
Provide practical assistance with social, financial, physical, and personal needs.
Monitor changes in mental health or functioning and communicate them.
Help individuals access community programs, resources, and supports.
Encourage daily living skills, self-care, and independent living.
Advocate for needs while promoting choice and self-determination.

Skills

Recovery experience

12 months recovery

DBHDS 72 hour training

Job description

Primary duties include building supportive relationships, assisting with daily living, monitoring changes, connecting clients to services, and coaching practical skills.

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