Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRS)
Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc.
Summary
AMHC | Part-Time | Machias Outpatient. Are you passionate about helping others overcome barriers, build confidence, and create lasting change? We're looking for a compassionate, motivated individual to support participants in Adult Treatment Recovery Court part-time as they work toward recovery, stability, and a brighter future.
Job description
What You'll Do
- Provide one-on-one and group peer support services
- Use your lived experience to inspire hope, motivation, and resilience
- Support participants in achieving recovery and treatment goals
- Help individuals identify strengths and overcome barriers
- Connect participants with community resources and recovery supports
- Encourage self-advocacy, accountability, and personal growth
- Assist participants in navigating treatment court requirements
- Document services and maintain confidentiality
- Collaborate with treatment providers, community partners, and the recovery court team
What We're Looking For
- Lived experience in recovery from substance use disorder
- Lived experience within the criminal justice system
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to helping others
- Commitment to peer support values, professionalism, and ethical boundaries
- Passion for empowering individuals on their recovery journey
Schedule
- Primarily Monday through Friday business hours
- Occasional flexibility required to meet participant and program needs
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Lived experience with a substance use disorder, or insider knowledge in recovery and willing to self-identify
- Experience in or with the criminal justice system
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Complete Recovery Coach Academy training within four (4) months of hire
- Complete CCAR Ethical Considerations for Recovery Coaches ethics training or CCAR training within first nine (9) months
- Take part in monthly coachervision
- Register with the Maine Peer Recovery Coach Certification Board
- Complete and submit CIPSS Pre-Training within first 30 days of hire
- Begin attending monthly co-reflections within 60 days of hire
- Attend Peer Support 101 and apply for next available Core Training within 60 days of hire
Benefits
- Ongoing training
- Professional development
Company overview
Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc. is a comprehensive mental health care provider serving the Aroostook County region of Maine. As a specialized healthcare organization, it focuses on delivering essential mental health services to individuals and communities in northern Maine. The organization provides a range of mental health programs including outpatient counseling, crisis intervention services, community-based support, and specialized treatment for various mental health conditions. Operating in a region with unique healthcare challenges, Aroostook Mental Health Services plays a critical role in addressing mental health needs through evidence-based practices and community-focused approaches. The organization likely collaborates with local healthcare systems, social services, and educational institutions to provide integrated care. Its services are essential for supporting the mental well-being of residents in rural Maine communities, offering accessible treatment options and promoting mental health awareness throughout the region. The organization's mission centers on improving quality of life through comprehensive mental health support and community education initiatives.