Peer Recovery Support Specialist

* One (1) Vacancy
* Application period:
January 9, 2026, until filled
* Full-time
* Annual Salary:
Up to $34,500 (Salary is based on certification and experience.)
* Primary

Working Hours:

8:00 to 5:00 Monday through Friday
* FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt.
* The education requirement at this level consists of a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
* Has the ability to become a certified Recovery Support Specialist
* Preference may be given to applicants who are current or former consumers of mental health services.
* Demonstrated participation in advocacy and/or personal knowledge in recovery. Has the ability to become a Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist. Criteria to become a Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist is available at
* Upon Conditional Offer of Employment, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services applicants must submit to a physical examination and shall meet the physical examination requirements of occasionally lifting and carrying 50 pounds and able to push and pull a maximum force of 25 pounds as a conditional offer of employment.
** Great reasons to work for us:
** ODMHSAS is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents.
Our benefits include:
* Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
* A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations
* Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
* Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs
* 11 paid holidays
* 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year
* Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
* Longevity Bonus for years of service
* Student Loan repayment options
* Training opportunities for CEU requirements
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