The TRP / Peer Support Specialist provides recovery-oriented, peer-based support services to individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges. Using lived experience, the Peer Support Specialist helps individuals build hope, resilience, and self-determination while supporting engagement in services that promote long-term stability.
This role works collaboratively with clinical staff, crisis response teams, and community partners to deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive care that reduces unnecessary hospitalizations, emergency department utilization, and justice system involvement.
Primary ResponsibilitiesPeer Support & Recovery Services- Provide peer-based support services utilizing lived experience to foster trust, hope, and empowerment
- Support individuals in identifying recovery goals and developing individualized recovery plans
- Promote engagement in outpatient, community-based, and recovery-support services
- Provide peer support to individuals experiencing behavioral health or substance use crises, including mobile and community-based services as assigned
- Assist in de-escalation, safety planning, and stabilization efforts under program guidelines
- Collaborate with crisis teams, clinical staff, hospitals, law enforcement, and community organizations to ensure appropriate linkage and follow-up
- Assist individuals in navigating systems of care, including behavioral health, medical, and community resources
- Provide advocacy to ensure individuals’ voices, preferences, and needs are respected
- Support individuals in overcoming barriers to care, including transportation coordination as permitted by program policy
- Maintain accurate, timely, and objective documentation of services provided in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
- Adhere to ethical peer support practices, confidentiality standards, and Kentucky Peer Support regulations
- Participate in supervision, team meetings, and required trainings
- Engage in ongoing training to strengthen skills in peer support, trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention
- Support continuous quality improvement initiatives and program development efforts
RequirementsMinimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Must complete a Kentucky-approved Peer Support Specialist (PSS) Certification and pass the certification exam within six (6) months of hire, in accordance with 908 KAR 2:220
- Lived experience in recovery from mental health and/or substance use challenges
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including alternate hours as the program may require
- Ability to pass required background checks and screenings
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance
- Experience working in community-based behavioral health, crisis services, or TRP programs
- Familiarity with trauma-informed and recovery-oriented systems of care
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
- Community-based and mobile service delivery may be required
- Physical ability to transport or accompany individuals to appointments as permitted
- Compliance with health and safety requirements, including proof of a recent TB test (per policy)
Benefits
Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that values growth and feedback.
- Employer-paid health insurance (after probation)
- Optional vision and dental insurance (employee-paid)
- Paid time off (PTO) + 11 paid federal holidays (PTO accrual begins after probation)
- Professional development support
- Opportunities for advancement within HBH
- Competitive pay: $18.00–$20.00 per hour
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Must complete a Kentucky-approved Peer Support Specialist (PSS) Certification and pass exam within six months of hire (908 KAR 2:220)
- Lived experience in recovery from mental health and/or substance use challenges
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including alternate hours as required
- Ability to pass required background checks and screenings
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance
- Proof of a recent TB test (per policy)
- Experience working in community-based behavioral health, crisis services, or TRP programs
- Familiarity with trauma-informed and recovery-oriented systems of care
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
Harbor (Harbor.org) Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Harbor (Harbor.org) and has not been reviewed or approved by Harbor (Harbor.org).
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are offered with an option for an employer HSA contribution, alongside employer‑paid life and long‑term disability. These fundamentals indicate broad health protection within the package.
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Retirement Support — A 403(b) plan with company match eligibility is included. This provides structured support for long‑term savings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — “Generous” PTO is advertised along with 8.5 paid holidays. Time away benefits are positioned as a notable part of the package.
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What We Do
Harbor is a leading mental health services provider in Ohio, empowering individuals for over a century. Specializing in substance use disorder treatment, crisis care, counseling, and vocational services. Harbor Helps, every step of the way. 419.475.4449 | www.harbor.org
