Certified Peer Support Specialist

Certified Peer Support Specialist – Pinnacle Treatment Centers, Inc.

Full‑time (M‑F, 30 hours per week)

Pay: $25 per hour

• 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 401k with company match
• Company‑sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and accident insurance
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
• Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University

• Assist patients in overcoming barriers to treatment and meeting basic needs to promote self‑sufficiency
• Provide support, assistance, encouragement, and advocacy to help prevent relapse and promote long‑term ersche condition
• Help patients build social skills and develop self‑advocacy skills for community integration
• Educate patients on identifying and working through negative self‑talk and fears
• Document in EMR as necessary
• Provide education around wellness management and recovery skills
• Educate patients on community and natural support resources and how to utilize them
• Arrange referrals to other agencies and resources when appropriate
• Provide goal‑planning sessions, access to resources, care navigation, and one‑to‑one support to patients and families when appropriate
• Offer coaching and support as challenges arise from everyday activities
• Assist clients with orientation to the program and update EMR as needed
• Listen attentively with respect, acceptance, and encouragement
• Lend unique insight into substance use disorders and what makes recovery possible
• Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required
• Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Peer Support Certification or certifications eligible within three (3) months
• Personal attestation of one year in recovery from substance use disorder
• Valid driver’s licence in good standing
• Ability to travel up to 50% locally as needed

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or related discipline
• CPR Certification
• One (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Pinnacle Treatment Centers is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate business considerations. Companyorsi prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, etc.

Entry level

Full‑time

Chico, CA