Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) - Individual Session Focused

About ITG Academy ITG Academy is a recovery-focused behavioral health organization serving adults with substance use disorders, returning citizens, and justice-involved populations. We provide PHP, IOP, OP, and recovery housing with a trauma-informed approach rooted in our philosophy: "People First. Profit Second. Excellence Always." About This Role This role is ideal for a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist who wants to focus on direct client support and peer sessions without the demands of transportation or housing oversight. This is a session-based, performance-driven role with clear expectations for client engagement, documentation, and consistency.

Core Responsibilities:

Direct Peer Support (Primary Focus) Provide 1:1 peer support sessions (virtual or hybrid) Maintain a caseload of 10-15 clients Deliver a minimum of 15-20 billable hours per week Support clients with goal setting, recovery planning, and accountability Maintain professional boundaries while using lived experience appropriately Documentation & Communication Complete all documentation in EHR within 48 hours Communicate client needs, concerns, and updates to the treatment team Maintain accurate and timely service records Requirements (Non-Negotiable) Active Maryland CPRS certification Experience providing peer support services Strong documentation and time management skills Ability to maintain a consistent weekly schedule Reliable internet and ability to provide virtual sessions Ideal Candidate Prefers structured, session-based work Self-directed and accountable Strong communicator Comfortable working independently What We Offer Competitive pay ($23-$26/hour) Immediate caseload CEU reimbursement Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization What to

Expect:

Peer Recovery Specialists are expected to maintain consistent client engagement, meet weekly service expectations, and complete documentation on time. If you are looking for a place where you can grow and be nurtured, please apply.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Contract Pay:

$23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

Professional development assistance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Is your certification listed on the Maryland Addiction and Behavioral-health Professionals Certification Board (MABPCB) verification site? Please provide a copy with your application.

Work Location:

In person