Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Administrative Office of The Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia Position Announcement Peer Recovery Support Specialist 11th Circuit (Logan-Mingo) Treatment Courts Employment Opportunity Position open until 6/12/26 The Position The Administrative Office of the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia has an immediate professional opportunity for a Peer Recovery Support Specialist to serve in Logan and Mingo Counties in West Virginia. The position reports directly to the Family Treatment Court (FTC) and Adult Treatment Court (ADC) Circuit Judge as part of the local Judicial Administrative Staff.

Salary / Wages

$36,180.00 yearly salary

Position Purpose:

Under the general direction of an administering Circuit Judge, employees in this class perform a full range of duties which include providing support to participants in the Family and Adult Treatment Court Programs. One of the important responsibilities for this position is to develop and maintain strong working relationships with the FTC Case Coordinator, ATC Probation Officer, and other treatment team members, Department of Health and Human Resources, Veterans' Administration, Prosecuting Attorney's Office, Public Defender's Office, Guardian Ad Litems, treatment providers, and other agencies, as well as the public. Persons in this position shall exercise independent judgment and initiative within the scope of their authority.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be a person with lived experiences with a substance use disorder who has been in recovery for at least two years and has successfully completed the WV Peer Recovery Support Specialist- Substance Use Disorder (PRSS-SUD) Certification. Excellent oral communication skills, professional boundaries and even temperament are high priority considerations for this position. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Candidate must pass a

NCIC/CIB

background check and a drug screen (consideration will be given to charges related to history of substance misuse).

Primary Duties and Responsibilities include:

Participates fully as a FTC and ATC team member, committing him or herself to the mission and goals of the treatment court and works as a full partner to ensure their success. Provides support and mentoring to treatment court participants. Assists participants with setting and achieving recovery goals. Understands and complies with all confidentiality matters related to participants and the treatment courts. Attends all FTC and ATC Treatment Team meetings and court hearings, providing a summary of participants' activities. Through leading by example, will support participants with their coping strategies. Aids participants in identifying appropriate peer support groups. May occasionally assist with transportation needs of the participants as approved by the FTC/ATC Judge. Help to create interagency linkages to address participants secondary needs in the areas of housing, educational and/or vocational skills training and employment. May develop and oversee community services and volunteer projects for treatment court participants. Attends and participates in conferences, workshops, meetings and committees as needed. Follow up with graduates of the program to assess performance measurements. Performs other duties as assigned.

Criminal Background Check and Drug Screen:

Successful candidates must submit to criminal background check and a drug screen (consideration will be given to charges related to history of substance misuse).

Compensation and Benefits include:

Medical Insurance, Optional Flexible Benefits Coverage (dental, vision, disability, and excess medical), Life insurance, Defined benefit pension plan, Section 457 deferred compensation plan, 12 paid holidays, and Annual and sick leave. The Supreme Court will reimburse for approved mileage used in transporting participants and will cover all meals, registration and expenses associated with required trainings. A cell phone and laptop will be provided by the Court. West Virginia Courts West Virginia has a Unified Court System, under which all state courts, including the Intermediate Court of Appeals, Circuit Courts, Magistrate Courts, and Family Courts, are supervised, and administered by the Supreme Court of Appeals. The Supreme Court of Appeals and its Administrative Office are in Charleston and housed in the State Capitol Complex. More information about West Virginia's Courts can be found on our website at www.courtswv.gov. Equal Opportunity in Employment It is the policy of the West Virginia judiciary to provide equal opportunity in employment for all persons, and to recruit, select, train, promote, retain, and discipline without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or national origin. Further, it is the policy of the West Virginia judiciary to maintain a professional workplace in which individuals are accorded respect, and an environment free of harassment, including verbal or physical conduct that creates an intimidating or hostile environment for any individual on any prohibited basis. As an employer with an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan, the Court complies with government regulations and related Equal Employment Responsibilities where applicable. Application Process To apply for this position, please direct the completed Court Employment Application (available on Court website, www.courtswv.gov ), a copy of your PRSS Certification, a letter of interest highlighting applicable experience, and a resume, including references to: Kevin Runyon Chief Probation Officer, Eleventh Judicial Circuit Kevin.

Runyon@courtswv.gov Thank you for your interest in employment with the

Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$36,180.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person