Youth-Focused Peer Recovery Specialist (School-Based)

Chestnut Health Systems Inc; Hillsboro, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Chestnut Health Systems is seeking a Peer Recovery Specialist to support adolescents in a school-based setting, using lived recovery experience to foster engagement and advocacy. The role focuses on ROSC and TIC principles, with emphasis on connecting youths to services, education, and community resources.

The position supports individuals pre-, during, and post-treatment and is grant funded. Starting pay ranges from $19 to $20 per hour, with benefits explored during onboarding.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Five years in recovery or a combination of experience and education totaling 5 years.
• Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) or preference for crisis intervention training.
• Valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance, and insurability.
• Basic computer skills: MS Word, email, and electronic medical record (EMR) usage.

Responsibilities

• Engage individuals in recovery through shared lived experience and peer support.
• Assist in linking individuals to treatment services, recovery supports, and community resources.
• Encourage participation in sobriety-based and pro-social activities.
• Provide support to individuals and families throughout the recovery process.
• Assist with service coordination and maintain accurate documentation in EMR systems.
• Advocate for individuals to ensure access to services and support systems.
• Promote positive interactions within Chestnut and the broader community.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Chestnut Health Systems is seeking a Peer Recovery Specialist to support adolescents in a school-based setting, using lived recovery experience to foster engagement and advocacy. The role focuses on ROSC and TIC principles, with emphasis on connecting youths to services, education, and community resources.

The position supports individuals pre-, during, and post-treatment and is grant funded. Starting pay ranges from $19 to $20 per hour, with benefits explored during onboarding.