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Oriana House

Peer Recovery Supporter- Akron

Akron, OH · On-site

$18/hr

Recovery Housing - Support clients in building sober routines and accessing resources for employment, health, and daily living. * Specialty Courts (e.g., Drug or Mental Health Court) - Help ...

Oriana House

Peer Recovery Supporter- Akron

Akron, OH · On-site

$18/hr

Recovery Housing - Support clients in building sober routines and accessing resources for employment, health, and daily living. * Specialty Courts (e.g., Drug or Mental Health Court) - Help ...

IBH Addiction Recovery

Peer Recovery Supporter

Akron, OH · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

About IBH Addiction Recovery IBH Addiction Recovery, founded in 1970, is a highly effective nonprofit organization and leading provider of drug and alcohol addiction treatment in Summit County. We ...

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Peer Recovery Supporter- Akron

Oriana House

Akron, OH • On-site

$18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

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7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

29th of 239 rated social care providers

Job description

STARTING RATE: $17.00 (no certificate upon hire) / $18 (certified upon hire)

As a Peer Support Specialist, you may work with clients in a variety of settings including:

  • Correctional Facilities – Provide peer support to individuals preparing for re-entry; assist with recovery planning and linkages to post-release services.
  • Recovery Housing – Support clients in building sober routines and accessing resources for employment, health, and daily living.
  • Specialty Courts (e.g., Drug or Mental Health Court) – Help participants meet court requirements, attend court and treatment appointments, and stay engaged in recovery.
  • Outpatient Programs – Work alongside clinical teams to reinforce treatment goals and provide peer-led recovery support.

Essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to

    • Engage individuals in recovery through outreach and ongoing support, including those who may be hard to reach or hesitant to seek help.
    • Build trusted relationships by listening empathetically and offering consistent, compassionate peer support.
    • Support client-directed recovery planning by helping clients transition from professional treatment to individualized wellness plans.
    • Provide recovery education and coaching, including information on stages of recovery, coping strategies, and navigating daily challenges.
    • Connect clients to critical resources such as recovery housing, employment, healthcare, support groups, and 12-step programs.
    • Collaborate with treatment providers to reinforce clinical services and encourage sustained recovery through one-on-one, and group support.

Full Time Benefits Package includes:

  • Medical Insurance and Prescription Card
  • Paid Hospital Days
  • Eight Paid Holidays
  • Life Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 10 Vacation Days per year
  • 10 Personal-Sick Days per year
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Public Loan Forgiveness
  • Wellness Program and Incentives, including FitThumb Wellness App.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent (required)
  • Peer Support Certification (required within 3 months of hire)
  • Valid Ohio driver’s license and acceptable driving record
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a diverse client population

Oriana House Recruiters may reach out to applicants via text messaging.

Oriana House Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a Drug-free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship.

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