Peer Recovery Specialist
Core
Provide independent, recovery-oriented, trauma-informed peer support to individuals with substance use disorders, focusing on building trust, establishing recovery goals, and connecting patients with community resources.
Role type
Peer Recovery Specialist (IC)
Builds
Personalized treatment support plans and community resource connections for patients with substance use disorders
Domain
Healthcare / Addiction Medicine / Peer Support
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Lived experience with substance use disorders, Peer recovery support principles, Harm reduction strategies, Opioid use disorder treatment navigation, Relationship building, Risk recognition and escalation, Resource coordination
Preferred skills
Experience with diverse populations, Understanding of barriers in underserved communities, NCPRSS certification
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Provide individualized peer recovery support to patients with varying levels of need and complexity; Build sustained, trusting relationships that promote recovery and self-efficacy; Help patients establish recovery goals and develop practical strategies; Connect patients with appropriate community-based resources; Recognize risk and safety concerns and escalate as needed; Collaborate with clinical and care management partners
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC