Registered Peer Recovery Specialist

Are you passionate about using your lived experience to support others navigating mental health or substance use challenges? At Easterseals PORT Health, our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We're seeking a compassionate Registered Peer Recovery Specialist to join our Community Regional Crisis Response (CR2) team and make a real difference by supporting individuals through crisis and connecting them with life-changing resources.

$2,500 Sign-on and retention bonus!

Schedule :

9A-9P Sunday-Tuesday with a half day on Wednesday

Your Role in Our Mission

The Registered Peer Recovery Specialist for CR2 is a fully integrated team member who provides highly individualized services in the community and promotes self- determination, advocacy and hope. The Peer Support Specialist assists with connecting individuals experiencing crisis to needed community resources. The Peer Support Specialist participates in our rotating on-call schedule. This position includes community travel to the following counties and cities : Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William. (Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to one of the mentioned areas).

Why Join Us?

As a part of our mission, we help our team members embrace their potential, build resilience, and thrive! You will benefit from ongoing professional growth and development as you work alongside leaders of clinical excellence in mental health and substance use services that care about your success.

We also offer a full benefits package for benefits-eligible positions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive rate : $25.00 per hour
• Generous paid time off
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Life and Disability Insurance(company paid)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and legal services support
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
• Participation in Mobile Crisis training
• The sign-on and retention bonus will be paid out in two increments. Plus, additional yearly stipends provided as grant funding permits!!

Ready to Apply?

If you are a kind, compassionate Registered Peer Recovery Specialist looking to make a significant impact, we invite you to apply for this position and join our mission of enhancing lives and our community. Apply now via our website : www.eastersealsport.com OR by sending your resume to recruiter@eastersealsport.com

What We're Looking For

• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• Registered as a Peer Support Specialist in Virginia
• A desire to provide community-based services for those experiencing a behavioral health crisis
• Must be or have been a recipient of mental health services
• Valid driver's license, good driving record and current auto insurance.

Join a team where work isn't just something you do - it's a purpose. Bring your expertise to a mission that matters. Apply now at www.eastersealsPORT.com or send your resume to recruiter@eastersealsPORT.com.

About Easterseals PORT Health

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery. Our diverse and inclusive 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.

Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture, Diverse Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing (IDEAL) organization.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!

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