A Career Counselor works with adults of all ages to plan career choices and access the education and training needed to support a career. Gives skills assessment and aptitude tests to clients. Provides job search assistance or training for general workplace skills. Provides referrals for workplace literacy, academic or job training programs, or direct job referrals.
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Virginia Recovery Centers
LLC - 3.3
Mechanicsville, VA Job Details Full-time $39,000 - $45,000 a year 23 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications Maintaining patient confidentiality Client rapport building Certified Recovery Specialist Recovery peer support Working with individuals with mental health conditions Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders Full Job Description Join Our Team and Make a Difference We're looking for a compassionate, dependable Peer Recovery Specialist to join our team and support individuals on their journey toward recovery and wellness. Position Overview The Peer Recovery Specialist uses lived experience and recovery-focused skills to provide encouragement, mentorship, advocacy, and practical support to individuals navigating substance use or mental health challenges. Key Responsibilities Build supportive, trusting relationships with individuals receiving services Share personal recovery experience appropriately to provide hope and encouragement Help individuals identify personal goals and develop recovery plans Provide peer mentoring, advocacy, and emotional support Connect individuals with community resources, treatment programs, housing, employment, and other services Accompany or assist individuals in accessing community-based resources when appropriate Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and accurate documentation Participate in team meetings, trainings, and other professional-development activities Complete breathalyzers daily, as well as 2 UDS per week per client Qualifications Personal lived experience with recovery from substance use, mental health challenges, or both Strong commitment to supporting others in recovery Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality Reliable, compassionate, and nonjudgmental approach Peer Recovery Specialist certification
