Recovery Support Specialist (MAT & Behavioral Health)

Northeast Valley Health Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Valley Health Corporation in Los Angeles is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to join the interdisciplinary behavioral health team and support recovery from substance use disorders in the MAT program. You will help engage patients, ensure adherence, and provide respectful, empathetic guidance.

The role requires conducting patient assessments, triaging needs, and coordinating with clinicians to support recovery.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience with the recovery process from substance use/abuse disorders.
• Minimum 2 years of recovery.
• Maintains knowledge of legal/ethical standards in the profession.
• Maintains professional skills through training; complies with CALMHSA mandatory training.
• Complete 80 hours of CALMHSA training within 40 days of hire.
• Pass CALMHSA certification exam within 60 days of hire.
• Flexible schedule.
• Ability to collaborate with patients with empathy and support.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to speak to groups.
• Strong business English literacy; modern office practices.

Responsibilities

• Meet the objectives of the community medical center as part of the care team.
• Provide understanding of the recovery process to patients.
• Engage MAT patients, support adherence to their regimen, and treat patients with respect.
• Conduct assessments based on patient needs and triage as needed.

Skills

Recovery process

Communication skills

Public speaking

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Data entry

EHR skills

Spanish language

Driver's license

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Northeast Valley Health Corporation in Los Angeles is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to join the interdisciplinary behavioral health team and support recovery from substance use disorders in the MAT program. You will help engage patients, ensure adherence, and provide respectful, empathetic guidance.

The role requires conducting patient assessments, triaging needs, and coordinating with clinicians to support recovery.