Summary

The Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) assists in providing a safe, fun, and supportive environment where individuals with a mental illness or addiction gain confidence, build social skills, and engage in learning and leisure activities with peers. The CPRS will achieve the program goal and operation through various job duties to include actively facilitating groups and activities on recovery topics. The CPRS assists clients with articulating personal goals for recovery; assisting participants in determining reasonable and holistic steps in recovery; and identifying barriers to recovery goals.

Job description

Summary of Position

The Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) assists in providing a safe, fun, and supportive environment where individuals with a mental illness or addiction gain confidence, build social skills, and engage in learning and leisure activities with peers. The CPRS will achieve the program goal and operation through various job duties to include actively facilitating groups and activities on recovery topics. The CPRS assists clients with articulating personal goals for recovery; assisting participants in determining reasonable and holistic steps in recovery; and identifying barriers to recovery goals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Verbalize understanding of what recovery means and articulate it to others.
Assist clients with identifying personal strengths in daily living and recovery skills.
Be professional, with an attitude of mutual respect and encouragement.
Encourage involvement in the center by modeling a positive attitude.
Respect confidentiality and program ethics.
Facilitate groups that promote recovery through education, advocacy and positive role modeling.
Document peer progress in electronic medical records.
Attend all trainings.
Assist with daily activities that may include group preparation, meal preparation, provide transportation via company van.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Utilize excellent communication skills and the ability to meet requirements of certification.
Basic computer literacy is required.
Willing to share personal recovery story to assist others.
Be active in own recovery and model recovery in a positive way.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED is required.

18 years of age or older.
Lived Experience with Mental Illness/Substance Use Disorder. Minimum of one year of recovery.
Must have a valid driver's license and proof of insurance.
Must acquire F-endorsement within 30 days of hire date.
CPRS Certification is required. Must be able to verify completion of state-approved training program. If not currently certified, must be certified within 90 days of hire unless otherwise approved by the supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
18 years of age or older
Lived experience with mental illness or substance use disorder
Minimum of one year of recovery
Valid driver's license and proof of insurance
CPRS certification required or obtain within 90 days
Acquire F-endorsement within 30 days of hire
Basic computer literacy
Excellent communication skills

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
403(b) Retirement Match
Paid Time Off
Ten Paid Holidays
AD&D Insurance
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Employee Resource Groups
Continuing Education
Employee Assistance Program

Company overview

Centerstone is one of the nation's largest nonprofit behavioral healthcare organizations, providing comprehensive mental health and substance use disorder services across multiple states. Founded as a 501(c)(3) organization, Centerstone operates as a leading healthcare provider specializing in behavioral health treatment, addiction recovery, and crisis intervention services. The organization serves over 250,000 individuals annually through a network of facilities in Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Centerstone offers a full continuum of care including outpatient therapy, inpatient treatment, residential services, crisis management, counseling, housing support, and specialized programs for veterans, children, and families. Following its historic merger with Brightli in 2025, the organization now employs more than 10,000 professionals including psychiatrists, psychologists, master's-level clinicians, social workers, and support staff. Centerstone's innovative approach includes the Centerstone Institute, which focuses on clinical research, evidence-based practice implementation, and quality improvement initiatives. The organization is recognized for its commitment to underserved populations and its development of the first known simulation training center for community-based behavioral health clinicians.