PHMC serves as both a direct service provider to individuals, families, and communities across the region and as an intermediary agent — managing large-scale contracts, government and philanthropic partnerships, and multidisciplinary initiatives that require operational sophistication, strategic leadership, and deep mission alignment. PROGRAM OVERVIEW: PHMC’s Substance Abuse Partial Hospitalization Program is looking for a Peer Recovery Specialist to provide peer recovery support to program participants. Must be able to work evenings and Saturdays, and rotate coverage with other Peer Recovery Specialists. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Attend daily staff meetings and inform staff of any important participant information. • Implement the recovery process for participants as defined by PHMC’s Substance Abuse Partial Hospitalization program goals and philosophy. • Provide continuity of care as defined by the treatment plan for each participant. • Lead psycho-educational and self-help groups. • Engage participant population by sharing personal story of recovery. • Provide outreach at treatment facilities, on the streets, and in participants' homes in order to ensure engagement during and prior to entering treatment. • Transport participants to initial intake, to and from the program, and for all necessary appointments. • Take participants to community-based self-help meetings, such as AA and NA. • Sit in with participants during recovery planning meetings as his/her advocate and resource. • Assist with discharge planning and maintain contact with participants at least 2 weeks post-discharge. • Re-engage participants on the streets and bring them back into treatment. • Alert clinical team to any current or potential behavioral or health-related problems of participants. • Meet or exceed program productivity requirements, including ensuring a daily census requirements and new participant enrollment. TREATMENT PLAN: • Provide input to clinical team. PROGRESS REPORT: • Maintain continuous record of all contacts, events, and progress toward accomplishment of goals as stated in Treatment Plan. • Record individual and group progress notes in the DAP format after each therapeutic activity. • Complete reviews in compliance with state licensing and other program guidelines. • Maintain charts that meet all standards. QUALIFICATION: • Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) • High School Diploma or GED; some college is preferred. • At least 1 year of experience working or volunteering with people with addiction and mental illness. • Ability to establish trusting and therapeutic relationships. • Commitment to recovery, choice, empowerment, and the ability of people with co-occurring disorders to find meaningful lives in the community • Have a valid driver’s license in good standing. • Able to drive a large van PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.