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PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Resources for Human Development

Dover, DE

Job Description

Job Description

Help People HealPeer Specialist

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Resources for Human Development (RHD) , we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We're seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We're looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed.

As a Peer Specialist , your lived experience becomes a powerful tool for helping others find hope, build resilience, and achieve meaningful recovery. Whether you are beginning your career in peer support or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive.

About Resources for Human Development (RHD)

For more than 50 years , Resources for Human Development (RHD) has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.

Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.

Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

Why Join Our Team?Competitive Pay & Benefits
  • Competitive Compensation
  • DailyPay, Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Eligible Employees)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Programs
  • Employee Referral Bonuses
  • Company-Paid Training
Career Growth & Development
  • Paid Training Programs
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Certification Opportunities
  • Leadership Development Programs
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines
Meaningful Work That Matters
  • Help People Heal
  • Promote Recovery and Wellness
  • Support Individuals and Families
  • Build Meaningful Relationships
  • Strengthen Communities
  • Join a Mission-Driven Organization
What You'll Do

As a Peer Specialist , you will:

  • Provide recovery-oriented peer support services to individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges.
  • Utilize your lived experience to promote hope, recovery, resilience, empowerment, and self-determination.
  • Assist individuals in developing wellness plans, recovery goals, and coping strategies.
  • Facilitate peer-led support groups and recovery-focused activities.
  • Support individuals in pursuing goals related to housing, employment, education, and community integration.
  • Participate as an active member of an interdisciplinary ACT/ACT Plus treatment team.
  • Advocate for individuals and support self-advocacy efforts.
  • Help individuals prepare for treatment planning and recovery meetings.
  • Provide education regarding recovery-oriented practices and peer support principles.
  • Build community connections and natural support networks.
  • Offer outreach, engagement, and ongoing support services.
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation.
Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

✔ Compassionate
✔ Dependable
✔ Patient
✔ Team-Oriented
✔ Service-Focused
✔ Professional
✔ Positive
✔ Committed to Helping Others
✔ Recovery-Oriented
✔ Empathetic
✔ A Strong Communicator
✔ Passionate About Supporting Others

QualificationsRequired
  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
  • Minimum three (3) years of continuous driving experience
  • Current CPR and First Aid Certification, or ability to obtain upon hire
  • Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality
  • Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
  • Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications
  • Ability to successfully complete required background screenings and employment requirements
Preferred
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Lived experience with mental health recovery, substance use recovery, or co-occurring conditions
  • Experience working with underserved populations
  • Experience supporting individuals with mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Effective documentation and recordkeeping abilities
  • Knowledge of recovery-oriented and trauma-informed practices
  • Ability to assess individual needs and connect individuals to appropriate resources
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Cultural competency and person-centered service delivery
  • Ability to work collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams
  • Strong organizational and time-management abilities
  • Ability to adapt to changing environments and participant needs
Schedule
  • Flexible scheduling based on program needs
  • Community-based and office-based responsibilities
  • Evening and weekend hours may be required
  • Travel throughout the community may be required
  • Work schedules may vary based on operational needs
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
  • Ability to bend, reach, stoop, twist, and climb stairs
  • Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
  • Ability to perform community-based support activities
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally
  • Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Work Environment

Work is performed in a variety of settings, including:

  • Modern office environments
  • Community-based service locations
  • Participant homes and community programs
  • Multiple program and office locations

This position may require frequent travel and interaction with individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges in both office and community settings.

Apply Today

Some jobs pay the bills. Some jobs build careers. This job changes lives.

If you're looking for meaningful work where your lived experience, compassion, and dedication can inspire hope and recovery in others, we encourage you to apply today.

Join our team and become the reason someone has a better day.

About Our Organization

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is part of the Inperium family of companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

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