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SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH C

PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST (PRSS)

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 07/06/2026

Location: Princeton, WV (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/20/2026

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A Legal Support Specialist works for a law firm, government, or a company subject to litigation, such as an insurance company. May assist with inmate processing and porale coordination. May assist with preparing and prosecuting cases, as part of a legal team or under the direction of a litigation attorney. May collect evidence, reviews files and assist with other litigation work.

$63,726 / year median in West Virginia

+1% projected growth

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Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) -

Jobs and Hope Southern Highlands Community Mental Health Center Location:

Mercer County, WV Job Type:

Full-Time Make a Difference Through Lived Experience Southern Highlands Community Mental Health Center is seeking a compassionate and motivated Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) to join our Jobs and Hope team in Mercer County. As a Peer Recovery Support Specialist, you will use your own lived experience in recovery to inspire hope, empower individuals, and support those navigating recovery from substance use disorders. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary behavioral health team to help individuals build meaningful, healthy, and independent lives. If you are passionate about helping others and believe recovery is possible, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do Provide peer support and encouragement to individuals in recovery. Build trusting relationships through shared lived experience. Help connect individuals with community resources and recovery supports. Promote hope, self-advocacy, and personal empowerment. Work collaboratively with behavioral health professionals and community partners. Maintain accurate documentation and participate in team meetings. Support participants in achieving their recovery and employment goals through the Jobs and Hope program. Qualifications Required High school diploma or equivalent. Lived experience in recovery from substance use disorder and/or mental health challenges. Minimum of two (2) years of continuous sobriety. State or nationally recognized Peer Recovery Support Specialist certification or completion of training required by the State of West Virginia to become certified. Preferred One (1) year of experience working with individuals experiencing substance use challenges. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Why Join Southern Highlands? At Southern Highlands Community Mental Health Center, you'll become part of a mission-driven organization committed to improving lives throughout southern West Virginia. We value compassion, integrity, recovery, and community, and we support our employees through teamwork, professional development, and meaningful work every day.