PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST (PRSS) in Princeton, West Virginia at SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH C

PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST (PRSS)

Peer Recovery Support Specialist- COMAT

Full Time

Mercer County

Job Summary:

Peer Recovery Support Specialists (PRSS) provide support to individuals recovering from substance use disorders. Rooted in the person-centered care plan, these services extend beyond the clinical setting and focus on fostering meaningful connections within home and community environments. PRSS staff use their own lived experience in recovery to guide, mentor, and empower others to engage in and sustain their personal recovery journey. This position would work with QLA team to respond to overdose referrals and implementing the Ring Model, working alongside police officers at times.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Lived experience of recovery from substance use disorders.
• Preferred qualifications include at least one (1) year of experience working with consumers with substance use challenges.
• At least two (2) years of sobriety are required.
• State or nationally recognized peer certification or eligible trainings as required by the state of West Virginia.
• Department of Health and Human Services (DoHS).