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

Southern Highlands Community Mental Health Center (SHCMHC)
Full-Time

The PRSS – Crisis provides recovery-oriented peer support to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises. Using lived experience, this role supports stabilization, engagement in services, and connection to community resources while working alongside the crisis team.

• Provide emotional support during crises
• Assist with coping strategies and recovery planning
• Support engagement in services and follow-up care
• Collaborate with crisis team while maintaining peer role
• Assist with transitions between levels of care
• Connect individuals to community resources
• Complete documentation in EHR
• Maintain professional boundaries and follow agency policies

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have lived experience in recovery (mental health and/or substance use)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
• Ability to work flexible/non-traditional hours

• Experience in behavioral health or crisis settings
• Knowledge of recovery and community resources

• Peer Certification required or obtained within 6 months (WVCBAPP recognized)
• Must maintain certification and obtain NPI
• Adherence to WVCBAPP and SHCMHC Code of Ethics