Peer Recovery Coach

Description

Join us and be a part of a team that values your professional growth and personal well-being!

Starting Pay: $14.70 - $17.10 based on years of experience.

What You’ll Get…

At our organization, we prioritize the growth, well-being, and satisfaction of our team members. As a full-time behavioral health professional, you'll benefit from:

• Limitless Growth and Career Advancement Opportunities: Thrive with us through diverse career paths and internal development programs.
• Career Development: Access ongoing training and development through our dedicated Organizational Development & Learning Department.
• Generous PTO Program: Enjoy up to 3 weeks off in your first year, with continuous accruals and an additional PTO day for Employee Well-Being.
• Paid Holidays: Celebrate 9 paid holidays annually.
• Wellness Program: Benefit from our expert Health Coach services and wellness incentives to reduce costs.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Receive up to $3,000 for educational advancement.
• Affordable Health Care Plans: Choose from comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Utilize H.S.A., H.R.A, and F.S.A. options with select medical plans.
• Insurance Coverage: Enjoy free Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life/AD&D Insurance up to $100,000.
• Retirement Savings: Benefit from 403(b) retirement plans with a company match.
• Employee Assistance: Access 6 free coaching and 6 free therapy sessions, plus a wealth of wellness content and services.
• Additional Insurance Options: Aetna Medical, Delta Dental, Eyemed vision, Pet Insurance, Additional Life/AD&D Insurance, and more!
  
  

Job Summary

The Peer Support Specialist will assist in implementing consistent, high-quality programs at assigned work sites in alignment with the agency’s mission. This role emphasizes maintaining an orderly service environment while ensuring person-centered, recovery-focused, and clinically appropriate practices.

Guided by principles of human dignity, respect, self-determination, cultural sensitivity, and community integration, the Peer Support Specialist plays a vital role in supporting individuals living with serious mental illness, substance use, or co-occurring disorders.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Utilize personal recovery experience to coach, mentor, and inspire program participants in enhancing their quality of life.
• Advocate for and coordinate individualized services, ensuring integration of recovery-oriented, person-centered, and culturally sensitive practices.
• Assist participants in accessing community, vocational, educational, and training resources.
• Provide support with daily living skills, health and wellness activities, and self-directed recovery goals.
• Document services accurately, including encounter notes, progress notes, and administrative records (e.g., payroll, billing, mileage reports).
• Act as a liaison for individuals and families, attending clinical staffing as needed.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, licensing standards, and agency procedures.
• Uphold professional boundaries and ethical standards, including confidentiality.
• Ensure a safe environment and promptly address any health or safety concerns.
• Participate in training, clinical supervision, and agency committees as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED.
• Personal lived recovery experience (required per AHCCCS peer support certification standards).
• Completion of Peer Support Training or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Must pass pre-employment and ongoing drug screenings.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license, reliable transportation, clean driving record, and proof of insurance/registration.
• Willingness and ability to travel in the community (approx. 80% field-based, 20% office-based).
• Physical capacity to stoop, stand, bend, twist, lift up to 50 lbs, and walk/stand for extended periods (70–90% of time).
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray (as applicable).
• Commitment to working in a culturally diverse environment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in behavioral health, recovery, or human services.
• Knowledge of community-based resources and support systems.
• Strong communication, advocacy, and organizational skills.
  
  

Sign on/ retention bonus is subject to change without given notice.

Copa Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Pre-Employment Criminal Background and Drug Testing Required. EOE.