Peer Support Specialist & Recovery Coach
Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, Idaho, 83401, USA
Listed on 2026-10-24
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Substance Abuse Counselor, Patient/Health Advocate -
Social Work
Mental Health, Substance Abuse Counselor, Patient/Health Advocate
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Training & development
Lean On Me Inc. is looking for a compassionate and driven Peer Support Specialist & Recovery Coach to join our Behavioral Health team in Idaho Falls, is a meaningful opportunity to use your own lived experience to inspire hope and guide others on their journey to recovery. If you're passionate about making a real difference in people's lives, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities:- Provide one-on-one peer support and recovery coaching to individuals navigating behavioral health and substance use challenges
- Assist clients in developing personalized recovery plans and setting achievable wellness goals
- Connect clients with community resources, social services, and treatment programs
- Offer crisis support and help clients build coping skills and resilience strategies
- Facilitate peer support groups and recovery-focused workshops
- Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions and progress in compliance with Idaho Department of Health & Welfare standards
- Collaborate with behavioral health clinicians, case managers, and community partners to ensure coordinated care
- Personal lived experience with mental health or substance use recovery is required
- Idaho Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) certification preferred or willingness to obtain
- Strong empathy, active listening, and motivational interviewing skills
- Familiarity with trauma-informed care and recovery-oriented systems of care
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries while building authentic, trusting relationships
- Basic computer skills for documentation and case management software
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred
Lean On Me Inc. is a community-centered behavioral health organization based in Idaho Falls, dedicated to empowering individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders. Our clients trust us because we meet them where they are — with compassion, without judgment. Our team thrives in a supportive, mission-driven environment where every staff member's contributions truly matter.
Flexible work from home options available.
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