Job Description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Peer Support Specialist - Recovery Center
SeaView Community Services - Seward, Alaska

Relocation assistance is available for this position. Temporary housing may also be available, please inquire within interview.

Are you passionate about helping others on their journey to recovery? Do you have lived experience with substance use recovery and want to use your story to support others? Join our team at SeaView Community Services as a Peer Support Specialist at our Recovery Center in Seward, Alaska.

Why Work at SeaView?

SeaView Community Services is a leading behavioral health provider in Seward, offering comprehensive services to individuals and families in need. Our Recovery Center provides a supportive environment for clients working toward long-term recovery, and we are looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals to join our team.

Temporary Housing Available for Staff!
We understand the challenges of relocating for a new opportunity. Temporary housing is available for individual staff-please inquire during the interview process.

Position Overview

As a Peer Support Specialist, you will provide mentorship and support to individuals receiving treatment for substance use and mental health challenges. Your lived experience and recovery journey will serve as a foundation to empower and guide others in developing healthy coping strategies, building resilience, and achieving personal goals.

Key Responsibilities

Offer peer-based support to clients in individual and group settings
Use lived experience to build trust and inspire hope in recovery
Help clients navigate community resources and develop life skills
Collaborate with clinicians, case managers, and other team members
Assist clients in setting and achieving personal recovery goals
Promote self-advocacy and empower clients to take charge of their wellness
Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards in all interactions

Requirements

Must have lived experience with substance use recovery
Ability to share your recovery journey in a professional and supportive way
Strong communication, active listening, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
Driver's License
High school diploma or GED
Peer Support Certification (or willingness to obtain)
Must be able to pass a background check and meet state/federal requirements

Salary Description

$20-$22 per hour

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Relocation, Relocation package

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Peer Support Specialist Job at SeaView Community Services, Seward, AK