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Peer Recovery Specialist
Job Description
At Swanson Center, our work is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and community impact. Join a dedicated team of professionals committed to supporting mental health and recovery across La Porte County, where your skills make a meaningful difference every day. Must have graduated from a two-year clinical program. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with an Associate's Degree and at least two year's experience in a medical office setting is preferred. Peer Recovery Specialist The Peer Recovery Specialist is an active member of the Passages Program and/or Outpatient Therapy Program and supports clients with addiction and/or serious mental illness. Working under program supervision, they provide peer support, serve as a role model in recovery, and help clients develop coping skills, access resources, and maintain progress in their recovery. The role focuses on empowering individuals of all ages to gain independence in the community and strengthen their recovery. Qualifications Candidates must have lived experience receiving mental health or substance use treatment and be in recovery for at least one year. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and Certified Peer Support Specialist status is preferred. Candidates should have strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, experience working with diverse populations and multidisciplinary teams, and a commitment to public health approaches, community collaboration, and client empowerment. Submit an Application Interested in joining our team? Submit your application today.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance