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Peer Support Specialist (Residential)

Fairbanks, Alaska, 99701-5063, United States On-site

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TypeFull-time
Work settingOn-site
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About the role

We have an opening for a Residential Peer to join our growing team at our residential substance abuse treatment center.  You will be tasked with helping clients with personal hygiene, minor medical needs, housekeeping, and other daily needs as required by the client. To excel in this role, you should have an interest in behavioral health and the ability to work with limited supervision keeping the client’s needs as your top priority. You will need to be able to share lived experience with clients as well as role model a healthy lifestyle.

What you'll bring

  • You will need to be able to share lived experience with clients as well as role model a healthy lifestyle.
  • Must obtain CPR/basic first aid training within 30 days of hire.
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Lived experience in addiction recovery with a minimum of 6 months continuous sobriety prior to hire.
  • Active in personal recovery by participating in practices that support self-care, health and overall well- being.
  • Valid Alaska driver’s license.
  • Qualify for commercial automobile insurance.
  • First aid and CPR training preferable.
  • Friendly, Positive, and Professional attitude.
  • Strong emotional intelligence and listening skills.
  • Must be able to pass alcohol and drug screen.
  • Combination of education, experience, and licensure accepted.

Benefits

401(k)Medical InsurancePaid HolidaysPaid Time Off