Peer Support Specialist

1 week ago


Juneau, Alaska, United States Tlingit & Haida Full time
Job Title: Peer Support Specialist

Join Tlingit & Haida as a Peer Support Specialist and play a vital role in supporting individuals in recovery from substance use disorders and reentry into the community.

Job Summary:

The Peer Support Specialist will provide life and recovery coaching, mentorship, guidance, and support for participants. This position will use a wrap-around service approach to provide professional-level supportive services.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide life and recovery coaching, mentorship, guidance, and support for participants
  • Use a wrap-around service approach to provide professional-level supportive services
  • Participate in and assist in facilitating cultural activities and other events for program participants
  • Assist teachers and guests in establishing space and preparing participants for activities
  • Responsible for reading, understanding, and explaining policies related to available services
  • Assist peers in completing all necessary paperwork, follow-up, and assist peers in acquiring necessary documents
  • Work with peers in setting goals and objectives for successful recovery
  • Act as a role model for people living in recovery from substance use disorders and/or those returning to the community after incarceration
  • Share personal experiences of recovery to build a sense of hope in the recovery and reentry process
  • Assist in the development of a culture of recovery and peer support by engaging in and supporting peer relationships
  • Engage appropriately with peers to support to identify strengths, and community resources
  • Abide by the guidelines established by the State of Alaska and Tlingit & Haida Reentry & Recovery department to deliver certified peer support specialist services
  • Participate in ongoing peer leadership education and training opportunities
  • Work closely with Recovery Program Coordinator to develop, implement, and evaluate preventative measures, provide input and feedback to develop peer support programming
  • Record and track significant events for participants such as recovery milestones, difficult anniversaries, and assist with support or celebration
  • Ensure participants' right to privacy and appropriate confidentiality at all times
Requirements:
  • Associates degree in related field
  • 2 years' experience as a Caseworker, Technician, or related field
  • Valid driver's license
  • Must have or be able to obtain a Peer Support Certificate from the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services, Behavioral Health Division
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience specifically in working with clients who have experienced incarceration, reentry, and/or recovery
Working Conditions:

The majority of work is performed in a professional office setting and is generally sedentary, requiring routine walking, standing, bending, and carrying of items weighing less than 40 lbs.

Travel on small aircraft or ferry may be required.



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