Certified Peer Supporter (PT/TEMP)

PART-TIME / TEMPORARY

Position Summary:
The Certified Peer Supporter utilizes their lived experience of recovery, combined with formal
training, to deliver recovery services through a partnership with WestCare programs. Essential
Job Functions include those listed below.
 

Essential Job Functions:

• Assesses the needs, conditions, and desires of assigned program participants;
• Works collaboratively with program partners to ensure continuous coordination of
services for peers and their families;
• Conducts data collection and ensures timely delivery of reports and other materials as
directed by WestCare and program funders;
• Uses own unique, life–altering experience to guide and support peers and their families;
• Mentors and develops meaningful and trusting relationships with program peers
struggling with drug addiction and child welfare issues;
• Meets regularly with partners to support and advocate for peers and families engaged in
WestCare programs

• Identifies and connects peers with community resources that support recovery;
• Maintains confidentiality, respects individual’s privacy, routine, and independence;
• Attends required orientation, training and professional development, as appropriate;
• Participates in supervisory meetings and training with supervisor;
• Attends Conversation for Change (C4C) and other WestCare Ohio-supported activities
that engage with peers, families and the community through health fairs, community
events and local grass roots programs;
• Assists other WestCare staff as needed to promote cooperation and portray a
professional image to the community;
• Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals
of WestCare Foundation;
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:
Certifications/Licensures:
• Ohio Peer Recovery Supporter certification required at time of or within 30 days of hire;
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance
is required.
Education:
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal
Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required;
Experience and Competencies:
• Experience working with disadvantaged individuals required;
• Must be in continuous recovery for at least two (2) full years without relapse;
• Must be a person with a lived experience of substance use disorder;
• Must be willing to interact with peers engaged in the Family Treatment Diversion (FTD)
program;
• Must be able to articulate the importance of ensuring peer access to “many pathways”
and MAT support services;
• Must demonstrate ability to interact with and build relationships with persons struggling
with substance use;
• Must have computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, virtual meeting services, texting and
social media;

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
required;
• Excellent communication skills are required;
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required;
• Ability to work well in a team environment required;
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing
confidentiality required;
• Professional appearance and demeanor required;
• Intake and assessment experience is highly preferred;
• Bilingual ability is preferred;
• Prior experience using office equipment, including phones, scanners, printers, and fax
machines, and web cameras is highly desired;

Working Conditions:
• Work is primarily performed in an office or residential treatment setting;
• Some outdoor activities and travel between multiple locations may be required;

• Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.