Peer Support Program Specialist
Listed on 2026-09-14
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Healthcare
Community Health, Mental Health, Healthcare Administration, Public Health
Date:
Sep 4, 2026
Location:
AUSTIN, TX
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.
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Functional
Title:
Peer Support Program Specialist
Job Title:
Program Specialist V
Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm
Department: BHPeer Svc Pgm Planning & Polic
Posting Number: 21014
Closing Date: 09/18/2026
Posting Audience:
Internal and External
Occupational Category:
Community and Social Services
Salary Range: $4,523.16 - $7,253.83
Pay Frequency:
Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-21
Shift: Day
Telework:
Travel:
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Nonexempt
Facility
Location:
Job Location City: AUSTIN
Job Location Address: 4601 W GUADALUPE ST
Other Locations:
MOS Codes: 16GX,60C0,611X,612X,63G0,641X,712X,86M0,8U000,OS,OSS,PERS,YN,YNS
BriefJob Description
This position serves as a generalist Program Specialist V within the Peer Support and Recovery Section and may be assigned responsibilities across multiple peer support, recovery, behavioral health, workforce development, technical assistance, policy, contract management, and special project portfolios based on agency priorities and organizational needs. Performs advanced consultative services and technical assistance work related to the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of peer support and recovery programs and initiatives within the Peer Support and Recovery (PSR) Section of the Substance Use Programs Department.
Work involves supporting program operations and contract activities; monitoring performance measures and deliverables; conducting program reviews and site visits; providing technical assistance to contractors, providers, and stakeholders; researching and analyzing program, policy, and legislative issues; developing reports, briefings, and recommendations; and coordinating activities with internal and external partners. Assists with the implementation of recovery-oriented systems of care and peer support initiatives and serves as a resource on peer support and recovery-related topics.
Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
EJF 1:
Coordinates and supports the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of peer support and recovery-oriented programs and initiatives. Monitors contract activities and deliverables; conducts site visits, desk reviews, and program assessments; and assists in ensuring compliance with HHSC policies, procedures, contracts, and applicable state and federal requirements. Identifies programmatic issues and opportunities for improvement and recommends strategies to enhance service delivery, program performance, and recovery-oriented systems of care.
Works collaboratively with contractors, providers, stakeholders, and internal staff to support program goals and objectives. (35%)
EJF 2:
Provides advanced consultative services, technical assistance, training, and programmatic support to contractors, providers, local governmental entities, peer organizations, recovery community organizations, and other stakeholders. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships to support program implementation, continuous quality improvement, and alignment with program goals and agency priorities. Serves as a resource on peer support, recovery services, workforce development, and behavioral health program activities and assists stakeholders in the implementation of recovery-oriented practices.
(25%)
EJF 3:
Participates in and supports cross-functional, cross-agency, and specialized projects related to peer support, recovery services, behavioral health, and workforce development. Reviews and analyzes federal and state legislation, regulations, policies, and guidance affecting peer support and recovery services and provides input and recommendations to management. Develops, coordinates, and maintains reports, correspondence, presentations, issue summaries, and other programmatic documents to support program operations, stakeholder engagement, and…
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