Youth Recovery Peer Coach

ADP, Inc.; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

VOA Alaska seeks a Peer Support Specialist to empower youth and families in their recovery journeys. The role focuses on coaching youth, connecting to community resources, and facilitating transitions to independence through evidence-based TIP tools.

Ideal candidates bring lived recovery experience, strong writing skills, and the ability to work flexible hours. You will support youth aged 5-24, engage families, and document progress in a compliant, timely manner.

Qualifications

• Lived experience with recovery; active in recovery is required.
• Qualified Addiction Professional (QAP) or peer credentials defined by Alaska.
• CDC II and/or NCAC I credentials.
• Ability to self-identify as a person with lived recovery experience.
• Personal experience similar to the parents served preferred.
• Familiarity with substance abuse and mental health services.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours (days, evenings, weekends).
• Must have own transportation and valid driver’s license.
• Willing to obtain QAP within 3 years of hire.
• Maintains client confidentiality per HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and caregivers with connections to resources.
• Participate in TIP trainings and apply the foundational model to motivate and set goals.
• Develop relationships with clients while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Provide outreach to families and conduct home visits when needed.
• Maintain caseload and coordinate scheduling, referrals and follow-up.
• Complete timely documentation within 72 hours of service and ensure compliance.

Skills

Lived experience

Excellent writing

Communication skills

Flexible hours

Driving own vehicle

Education

CDC II

NCAC I

QAP

Job description

VOA Alaska seeks a Peer Support Specialist to empower youth and families in their recovery journeys. The role focuses on coaching youth, connecting to community resources, and facilitating transitions to independence through evidence-based TIP tools.

Ideal candidates bring lived recovery experience, strong writing skills, and the ability to work flexible hours. You will support youth aged 5-24, engage families, and document progress in a compliant, timely manner.