Peer Specialist - Searcy

Arisa Health is currently seeking a Peer Recovery Support Specialist for our Searcy Residential location. The Peer Recovery Support Specialist in this role will work closely with individuals who are in mental health and/or substance abuse treatment programs to provide hope, healing, advocacy, self-responsibility, a meaningful role in life and empowerment to reach their fullest potential.

Peer Recovery Support Specialists self-identify as being in recovery for behavioral health issues (mental health and/or substance abuse) and have knowledge and insight through receiving their own behavioral healthcare services. Recovery must be for a minimum of two continuous years.

Not Certified? Learn more about AR Peer Support Specialist Certification [https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/divisions-shared-services/shared-services/office-of-substance-abuse-and-mental-health/arkansas-peer-recovery/peer-training-and-certification/]

This position will be paid hourly and is full time, Thursday - Monday, 10am - 7pm.

What we look for in a Peer Support Specialist

• A Bachelor's Degree is preferred, A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Candidates must be certified in Arkansas as a Peer Recovery Support Specialist or be eligible to receive certification. AR Peer Support Specialist Certification [https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/divisions-shared-services/shared-services/office-of-substance-abuse-and-mental-health/arkansas-peer-recovery/peer-training-and-certification/]
• Peer Recovery Support Specialists self-identify as being in recovery for behavioral health issues (mental health and/or substance abuse) and have knowledge and insight through receiving their own behavioral healthcare services. Recovery must be for a minimum of two continuous years.
• Experience in behavioral health settings is preferred.
• Candidates must be proficient with computers, including the ability to type and have familiarity with word processing and email programs, good phone etiquette, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.