Peer Support Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

At Keystone, our work is guided by a clear purpose: to strengthen individuals and families through education, treatment, and support to advance the well-being of those affected by substance use and other behavioral health challenges. We are committed to our vision of being the trusted community resource connecting people to care, advancing prevention, and inspiring strength, recovery, and lasting well-being.

As a Peer Support Specialist, you will play an important role in advancing our mission and vision by using your lived experience and recovery journey to support, encourage, and empower individuals seeking recovery. This position helps foster hope, build resiliency, and connect clients to the resources and supports needed to achieve lasting wellness and recovery.

We are seeking passionate and dedicated Peer Support Specialists to join our mission-driven team and make a meaningful impact every day. We currently have two full-time schedules available:

• Monday - Thursday: 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• Tuesday - Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Utilize lived recovery experience to provide peer support, encouragement, and guidance to individuals in recovery, including those with co-occurring disorders.
2. Collaborate with the clinical team to provide care coordination and support throughout the treatment process.
3. Assess client needs and connect individuals to community resources, including housing, employment, education, transportation, childcare, legal services, and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).
4. Maintain strong relationships and communication with community partners to support coordinated care and successful outcomes.
5. Complete and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with all regulatory, licensing, and accreditation requirements.
6. Participate in required trainings, annual screenings, and ongoing professional development to maintain certification and competency.
7. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution is preferred; a minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required.
• One year of active participation in a local or national self-help group of recovery movement.
• Completion of a pre-certification program: Forty hours of SCDHHS approved training and achievement of a passing score on the written certification exam.
• Experience and training in working with specific client groups.
• Ability to effectively communicate in oral and written form.
• Proficiency with MS office computer software applications.