Veteran Peer Recovery Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, VA Mid-Atlantic Health Care Network, Fayetteville NC Coastal Health Care System, seeks a Peer Specialist to support Veterans in recovery from mental health conditions or substance use disorders.

Applicants must meet statutory requirements and provide documentation such as DD-214 and Peer Specialist Certification. English proficiency is required for direct patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be a veteran who has recovered or is recovering from a mental health condition.
• Must be certified by a not-for-profit entity engaged in peer specialist training or by a State as having satisfied state requirements for a peer specialist position.
• Must be proficient in basic written and spoken English for direct patient care.

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, VA Mid-Atlantic Health Care Network, Fayetteville NC Coastal Health Care System, seeks a Peer Specialist to support Veterans in recovery from mental health conditions or substance use disorders.

Applicants must meet statutory requirements and provide documentation such as DD-214 and Peer Specialist Certification. English proficiency is required for direct patient care.