Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

Make Recovery Possible. Change Lives Every Day.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Community Outreach & Recovery Support

• Build meaningful relationships with individuals who may have limited access to recovery resources.
• Provide outreach and recovery coaching in community settings.
• Engage individuals and families through compassionate, recovery-focused support.
• Share lived experience appropriately to encourage hope, resilience, and self-determination.
• Conduct follow-up outreach and ongoing support to help individuals remain connected to services and recovery goals.

Care Coordination & Resource Navigation

• Connect individuals with behavioral health treatment, medical care, housing resources, employment supports, benefits, and harm reduction services.
• Help participants navigate complex service systems and access the resources they need.
• Support continuity of care by accompanying individuals to appointments, treatment programs, hospitals, and community services when appropriate.

Documentation & Compliance

• Secure and manage required releases of information.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA and applicable regulations.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation and reporting requirements.
• Communicate effectively with team members and community partners to coordinate care and services.

Team Collaboration & Community Education

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support clinical staff by reinforcing recovery goals and encouraging engagement.
• Assist with Naloxone (Narcan) education and overdose prevention efforts.
• Attend required trainings, meetings, and community events.
• Contribute to the overall success of the program through additional duties as needed.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Build authentic relationships through empathy, respect, and non-judgmental communication.
• Apply recovery-oriented and trauma-informed practices in diverse community settings.
• Adapt to changing situations while using sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced outreach environment.
• Maintain strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, healthcare providers, and community partners.
• Inspire confidence, hope, and empowerment in others through personal recovery experience.

Knowledge & Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Rhode Island Certified Peer Recovery Specialist credential.
• Demonstrated lived experience in recovery and the ability to professionally apply recovery principles.
• Two to three years of experience providing recovery support, street outreach, or community-based behavioral health services.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Rhode Island Certified Recovery Coach credential.
• Experience working within Recovery Systems of Care or SAMHSA-aligned recovery models.
• Knowledge of harm reduction and overdose prevention strategies.
• Experience supporting individuals receiving medication-assisted treatment services.

Physical Requirements

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more

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