Peer Support Specialist - Community Outreach Team

Peer Support Specialist Sanctuary Recovery Centers Are you passionate about helping others achieve and maintain recovery? Sanctuary Recovery Centers is seeking a dedicated Peer Support Specialist (PSS) to join our growing behavioral health team. This position utilizes lived experience, recovery principles, and peer support services to inspire hope, promote wellness, and support individuals as they work toward their recovery goals.

Position Summary The Peer Support Specialist provides recovery-oriented support, mentorship, advocacy, and guidance to individuals receiving behavioral health services. Through the use of lived experience and specialized peer support training, the Peer Support Specialist helps members build resilience, develop independent living skills, navigate community resources, and achieve meaningful recovery outcomes.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Provide one-on-one peer support services utilizing lived experience in recovery.

Assist members in identifying strengths, goals, and barriers to recovery.

Support development of wellness plans, coping skills, self-advocacy, and independent living skills.

Connect members with community resources, housing, employment, educational opportunities, healthcare services, and other supports.

Facilitate or co-facilitate recovery-focused groups and activities.

Promote recovery, resiliency, hope, self-determination, and community integration.

Encourage engagement and retention in behavioral health services.

Collaborate with clinical and interdisciplinary treatment teams.

Complete required documentation accurately and within established timelines.

Travel to various Sanctuary Recovery Centers locations and community-based services as needed.

Minimum Qualifications Required Certified  Peer Support Specialist (PSS) in accordance with A.A.C. R).Lived experience in recovery.

Professional experience providing peer support services. (At least some experiance requried)
Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain one.

Current CPR/First Aid certification (hands-on training preferred).Current TB Test or ability to obtain prior to employment.

Valid Arizona Driver's License.

Clear 39-month Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).Reliable transportation with the ability to travel between program locations.

Preferred Experience working in behavioral health, substance use treatment, or recovery support programs.

Knowledge of community resources and Arizona behavioral health systems.

Strong communication, documentation, and advocacy skills.

Benefits Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off Professional development opportunities

Supportive and recovery-focused work environment

Opportunities for growth and advancement As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, Sanctuary Recovery Centers conducts background checks and drug screenings for all potential employees. Please note the following:

Background Check:
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. This may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information.

Drug Screening:
Candidates must pass a drug screening test as a condition of employment. This test will screen for the presence of illegal substances and may include random testing during employment.

APS Registry:
Candidates must pass an APS (Adult Protective Services) registry check before an offer of employment can be extended.

Confidentiality:
All information obtained during the background check, drug screening, and APS registry check process will be kept confidential and used solely for employment purposes.

Compliance:
Sanctuary Recovery Centers complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding background checks, drug screenings, and APS registry checks.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and consent to these procedures.