Peer Recovery Support Specialist I – Outpatient SUD

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Hiring Timeframe
2-4 Weeks
Experience
Intermediate-level
Location
On-Site
Company Info
Tarzana Treatment Centers
Company Website
Job Address

Tarzana, CA 91356
United States

Job Details
Pay
$27.52 – 30.33 / Per Hour
Job Type
Full-Time
Shift and Schedule
8 Hour Shift

Benefits

401(K) Matching
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance

Job Description

Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc. (TTC) is seeking a Peer Recovery Support Specialist I to join our Outpatient Substance Use Disorder (SUD) department. This role provides recovery support services to individuals enrolled in SUD and mental health programs across outpatient, residential, and inpatient settings.

Utilizing lived experience in recovery alongside formal training, the Peer Recovery Support Specialist empowers patients by modeling wellness, facilitating educational groups, providing transportation, assisting with care navigation, and fostering self-sufficiency.

Job Responsibilities & Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Peer Support & Patient Advocacy:
    • Share personal recovery experiences appropriately to instill hope, reduce stigma, and promote long-term recovery.
    • Coach patients on problem-solving, coping strategies, 12-step engagement, housing, and vocational resources.
    • Encourage self-management and independent decision-making based on personal choice rather than compliance.
  • Onboarding & Daily Operations:
    • Conduct patient intake orientation, including facility tours, schedules, handbooks, and initial documentation.
    • Assist with electronic data entry for admissions and discharges in the Avatar system.
    • Assist in overseeing unit cleanliness and monitoring daily patient routines and census counts.
  • Safety, Testing & Monitoring:
    • Perform urine drug screens, breath alcohol testing, and point-of-care waived testing (e.g., glucose, HbA1c, COVID-19/Flu, fentanyl).
    • Conduct body and property searches according to agency policies and safety guidelines.
    • Safely transport and escort patients to and from appointments, activities, and community events.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Education & Certifications:
    • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
    • Active Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification (PSSC) required.
    • Valid California Driver’s License (Class C or Class B depending on transport assignment).
  • Experience & Skills:
    • Minimum of 1 year of experience in behavioral healthcare or peer recovery support services.
    • Basic computer literacy and comfort with electronic documentation.
    • Strong interpersonal, boundaries management, and verbal communication skills.
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