Certified Peer Specialist

• Purpose-Driven Work – Empower individuals to take an active role in their recovery and achieve their goals.


• Peer-Based Support and Advocacy – Use lived experience to inspire hope, model recovery, and support self-determination.


• Meaningful Community Impact – Help individuals connect with resources, supports, and opportunities within their communities.


• Collaborative Team Environment – Work alongside behavioral health professionals and peer support colleagues dedicated to recovery-focused care.


• Recovery-Oriented Practice – Promote wellness, resilience, empowerment, and individual choice in every interaction.


• Ongoing Professional Growth – Expand your knowledge through training, supervision, and continued learning in peer support and recovery practices.


• Comprehensive Benefits – Generous PTO, 403(b), tuition reimbursement, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more.


• Certified Great Place to Work – Join an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

• Lived experience of a psychiatric diagnosis, extreme emotional states, and/or trauma (Required)


• High School Diploma or GED (Required)


• Peer Specialist Certification required, or the ability to obtain certification within 1 year of hire. (Required)


• One year of recovery experience (Required)


• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation (Required)


• Bilingual and bicultural proficiency in English and Spanish required; American Sign Language proficiency preferred.


• Ability to act as an advocate and empower individuals to take leadership in their own recovery.


• Ability and willingness to share personal recovery experiences in an effective and professional manner.


• Strong communication, listening, interpersonal, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.


• Demonstrated cultural competence and ability to work respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds.


• Proficiency with technology and agency communication systems, along with strong organization, teamwork, and reliability.

We Hire for HEART!