Are you passionate about using your lived experience to help others navigate their recovery journey? The Lighthouse Recovery Center, in partnership with The Recovery Council, is seeking a dedicated, self-motivated Full-Time Peer Support Specialist.
This unique role is funded through a specialized collaborative grant aimed at expanding recovery efforts in our community. You will be instrumental in building a peer support program from the ground up, providing direct mentorship, and conducting vital in-reach services within the Ross County Jail.
What We Offer-
Professional Growth: Regular clinical supervision and ongoing training are fully provided.
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Support: A collaborative, mission-driven team environment.
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Reimbursement: Paid mileage for travel required by the role.
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Program Development: Build, launch, and refine a peer support program aligned with the core goals of the grant.
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Direct Support: Provide one-on-one peer support, mentorship, and advocacy to individuals in recovery.
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Jail In-Reach: Conduct regular in-reach activities at the Ross County Jail to engage individuals and prepare them for re-entry.
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Group Facilitation: Lead peer-led support groups and coordinate sober social activities.
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Community Connection: Link participants to vital local resources (housing, treatment, employment, etc.).
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Documentation: Diligently track service hours, participant activities, and outreach contacts to meet grant reporting requirements.
Certification: Active Peer Support Certification is highly preferred. An exception will be made for candidates who have the ability and commitment to complete the required certification training within the first 2 months of hire.
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Lived Experience: Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use disorder, with a sustained period of stable recovery.
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Skills: Strong communication skills, basic computer literacy (for tracking hours/data), and the ability to work independently.
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Transportation: Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (mileage will be reimbursed).
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Background: Ability to pass necessary background checks for entry into the Ross County Jail.
Skills Required
- Lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use disorder, with a sustained period of stable recovery
- Ability to pass necessary background checks for entry into the Ross County Jail
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (mileage reimbursed)
- Strong communication skills
- Basic computer literacy for tracking hours and data
- Active Peer Support Certification
- Commitment and ability to complete required Peer Support Certification within two months if not already certified
What We Do
The Recovery Council is a non-profit 501(c)3 treatment provider located in southern Ohio. It provides evidence-based treatment services for substance use disorders and mental health care, offering a variety of options including outpatient, intensive outpatient, residential treatment, and recovery and transitional housing, all tailored to meet the individual needs of each client.
