Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Impact Mental Health Services LLC


Date: 23 hours ago
City: Portsmouth, VA
Salary: $16 - $50 per hour
Contract type: Full time
Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance


Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Impact Mental Health Services LLC – Tidewater, VA

Impact Mental Health Services LLC is a forward-thinking, community-based mental health agency dedicated to delivering highly effective and compassionate support services across the Tidewater area. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to become strong self-advocates and active participants in their journey toward recovery and well-being.

We are currently seeking reliable, motivated, and client-focused Peer Recovery Support Specialists to join our team. Ideal candidates will bring personal insight, strong interpersonal skills, and a genuine desire to support individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges. We have an urgent need for male Peer Recovery Support Specialists to serve our growing client base.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide person-centered support to individuals with Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and mental health conditions in community settings.
  • Assist clients with daily living tasks and skill-building activities (e.g., housekeeping, organization, time management).
  • Encourage and promote a safe, clean, and respectful living environment.
  • Monitor and discourage inappropriate behaviors, including substance use or policy violations.
  • Support clients in managing visitor policies, fostering accountability, and respecting community guidelines.
  • Maintain professional and timely communication with clients’ QMHPs and care teams.
  • Attend scheduled client check-ins and community rounds as assigned.


Qualifications:

  • Valid Virginia driver’s license (Required)
  • High school diploma or equivalent (Required)
  • Minimum one year of experience in community-based support services
  • Ability to effectively communicate and engage with individuals with mental health diagnoses
  • Experience providing instruction in daily life skills (e.g., hygiene, cleanliness, functional independence)
  • Demonstrated organizational, time-management, and verbal communication skills


Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least one year of sobriety (if applicable)
  • Personal/lived experience with substance use recovery and/or mental illness
  • Experience in case management or Microsoft Office (Preferred, not required)


Schedule & Pay:

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Pay: $16.00 – $21.00 per hour
  • Expected Hours: 35 – 50 hours per week
  • Flexible schedule: Day shift, evening shift, Monday–Friday, weekends as needed


Benefits:

  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Flexible work hours


Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of others through compassion, connection, and support.

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