Peer & Recovery Support Specialist
$23 - $27/hr
Entry, Junior, Mid, Senior
Phoenix, AZ, USA
In PersonSome positions may require local travel between Valle del Sol sites or community locations.
Social & Community ServicesCase Management & Advocacy
No H1B Sponsorship
About the job
Requirements
- Must have lived experience with behavioral health and/or substance use recovery and have successfully navigated services.
- Must be in stable recovery and/or wellness for at least one year.
- Must be willing and able to appropriately share lived experience to support others in a professional peer role.
- Peer & Recovery Support Specialist I requires 0–2 years of applied peer support, recovery support, behavioral health, outreach, or community services experience.
- Peer & Recovery Support Specialist II requires 2–5 years of applied peer support, recovery support, behavioral health, outreach, or community services experience.
- Peer & Recovery Support Specialist III requires 5 or more years of applied peer support, recovery support, behavioral health, outreach, or community services experience, plus demonstrated experience facilitating groups, mentoring peers, supporting specialty populations, or serving as a program resource.
- A state-recognized Peer Support Certification is required, or must be obtained within six months of hire, in accordance with state and organizational requirements.
- The role may function within the scope of a Behavioral Health Paraprofessional or Behavioral Health Technician, as applicable, and must meet the corresponding competency and regulatory requirements in accordance with AHCCCS guidelines.
- Must practice within the scope of applicable credentials, consistent with organizational policies and populations served.
- Must hold BLS certification or obtain it within five days of the start date.
- Must hold an Arizona Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card or obtain it within five days of the start date.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Must pass pre-employment and continued employment screenings.
- Must have access to reliable transportation.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record, and meet Valle del Sol’s insurance requirements when driving a company vehicle.
- Knowledge of peer support principles, recovery-oriented practices, trauma-informed care, behavioral health systems, recovery resources, and community supports.
- Ability to establish rapport and build trusting relationships with individuals and families; maintain appropriate professional boundaries; facilitate groups and recovery-oriented activities; communicate effectively with patients, staff, and community partners; navigate community resources and support systems; work in a multidisciplinary team; maintain accurate documentation and comply with regulatory requirements; and provide culturally responsive and trauma-informed services.
- Ability to perform typical physical duties that may include extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, and reaching; operating computers, mobile devices, and standard office or clinical equipment; and lifting or moving materials or equipment up to 25 pounds.
- Must maintain applicable licensure, certification, credentialing, privileging, immunization, occupational health, tuberculosis testing, Hepatitis B screening or declination, fingerprint card, driver’s license, driving record, training, and continuing education requirements.
Responsibilities
- Use lived experience to provide hope, encouragement, and recovery-oriented support, and build supportive relationships based on mutual respect, shared experience, and empowerment.
- Support individuals in identifying and pursuing personal recovery, wellness, and life goals; promote self-advocacy, self-determination, and participation in treatment and recovery planning; and assist with coping skills, wellness strategies, and recovery supports.
- Model recovery-oriented behaviors, including healthy communication, emotional regulation, coping strategies, and self-advocacy.
- Conduct outreach and engagement to support participation in treatment and recovery services, support retention and re-engagement when individuals face barriers to care, and assist individuals in navigating behavioral health, medical, social service, and community support systems.
- Encourage participation in community-based activities, recovery supports, and social connection opportunities, and assist individuals in accessing resources addressing social determinants of health.
- Facilitate or co-facilitate peer-led groups, educational sessions, and recovery-oriented activities; provide education on recovery, wellness, coping skills, relapse prevention, harm reduction, and self-management; and support life skills, communication skills, and community integration.
- Promote understanding of recovery pathways and available treatment and support services.
- Collaborate with therapists, case managers, medical providers, psychiatric providers, and other treatment team members; communicate relevant observations, concerns, and engagement barriers; and participate in multidisciplinary meetings and treatment team activities as assigned.
- Support continuity of care and transitions between services and levels of care, and promote engagement and active participation in treatment planning and service delivery.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation of peer support services, group participation, outreach, and recovery support interventions in accordance with agency standards and payer, regulatory, accreditation, and agency requirements; protect patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
- Maintain ethical boundaries consistent with peer support principles and certification standards, and use trauma-informed, culturally responsive, strengths-based, and recovery-oriented practices.
- Participate in supervision, training, quality improvement activities, and professional development, and promote a culture of safety, engagement, accountability, and respect.
- For Peer & Recovery Support Specialist I, perform core functions under routine supervision, develop proficiency in recovery coaching, engagement strategies, documentation, and group facilitation, support routine and moderately complex individuals and families, and participate in foundational training, credentialing, and professional development.
- For Peer & Recovery Support Specialist II, manage assigned responsibilities independently with minimal supervision, support individuals with moderate-to-high complexity needs, independently facilitate groups and recovery-oriented activities, assist with onboarding and mentoring newer staff, and participate in specialty program initiatives and quality improvement activities.
- For Peer & Recovery Support Specialist III, serve as a senior peer support resource, support highly complex populations and specialty service lines, mentor and coach Specialist I and II staff, provide observational training, assist with program development, outreach initiatives, workflow improvements, and quality improvement efforts, and serve as a subject matter resource on recovery-oriented practices, engagement strategies, and peer support principles.
- For General Mental Health assignments, support individuals with emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges; promote emotional wellness, coping strategies, self-management, and social connection; and encourage engagement in behavioral health treatment and wellness services.
- For Serious Mental Illness assignments, support individuals designated as Seriously Mentally Ill; promote community integration, recovery planning, independent living skills, and resiliency; help access housing, transportation, benefits, food, and other resources; and support treatment planning and Adult Recovery Team activities when appropriate.
- For Opioid Treatment Program or Medication Assisted Treatment assignments, provide recovery coaching, relapse prevention support, and harm reduction education; promote understanding of medication-assisted treatment and reduce stigma; support retention, engagement, overdose prevention education, and naloxone distribution; and connect individuals with community-based recovery supports and resources.
- For Family Support Partner assignments, use lived caregiver experience to support families navigating behavioral health systems, help caregivers understand services and treatment processes, and promote family engagement, advocacy, and resiliency.
- For Outreach & Engagement assignments, conduct outreach and re-engagement for individuals facing barriers to care and build collaborative relationships with community organizations and referral partners.
- Travel to Valle del Sol locations or community sites when required; schedules may include evening or weekend hours.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in General Mental Health, Serious Mental Illness, Opioid Treatment Program, Medication Assisted Treatment, Recovery Services, Family Support, Outreach, or community behavioral health settings.
- Experience supporting individuals with Serious Mental Illness, Substance Use Disorders, co-occurring conditions, homelessness, justice involvement, or other complex social needs.
- Family Support Partner Certification, Recovery Coach Certification, WRAP Facilitator Certification, specialized training related to Serious Mental Illness, Substance Use Disorders, harm reduction, trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, recovery coaching, or integrated care, and other relevant certifications related to recovery support, mental health, or substance use treatment.
- Coursework or training in behavioral health, psychology, human services, social work, public health, addiction studies, or a related field.
About the company
Valle del Sol delivers primary and behavioral health care, counseling, substance use treatment, and social support through clinics and community programs. It provides integrated care where medical services are paired with behavioral health and wraparound supports like case management and transportation to help people access treatment. The approach combines health care with social services and leadership development, serving children to seniors in one network. Its goal is to improve community health by expanding access, reducing barriers to treatment, and empowering residents to lead prevention and care efforts.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$3M
Headquarters
Phoenix, Arizona
Founded
1970
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- April 13, 2026 accreditation boosts recruiting, payer credibility, and referral flows immediately.
- OneAZ Credit Union granted $225,000 on April 10, 2026 for Hispanic Leadership Institute.
- Workforce rose to 415 employees by March 2026, signaling modest operating expansion.
What critics are saying
- Judge Diane Humetewa denied injunction on August 11, 2026; Phoenix ordinance still threatens outreach.
- City permits allow only two monthly park events, strangling needle exchange and food access.
- If park restrictions survive appeal, Valle del Sol loses core harm-reduction operations in Phoenix.
What makes Valle del Sol unique
- First Joint Commission Gold Seal covers Primary Care, Psychiatric, and Behavioral Health services.
- Phoenix harm-reduction and medical outreach combine needle exchange, disposal, and substance-use education.
- Hispanic-focused community health brand gives Valle del Sol local trust in south Phoenix.
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Benefits
- 401(k) Company Match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Life Insurance
- Paid Disability Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discount
- Professional Development Budget
- Employee Referral Bonus