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PRAIRIE VIEW INC

Peer Support Worker

Newton, KS · On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

... staff, as needed * · Facilitate educational workshops focused on suicide awareness, stigma ... Peer Support Services * · Provide trauma-informed, recovery-oriented peer support to individuals ...

cbi

Peer Support Specialist

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Peer Support Specialist Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is an integrated behavioral healthcare agency ... Our staff experience tremendous professional growth through ongoing training and support. Our team ...

World Recovery Café

Peer Support Specialist

Portland, ME · On-site

$17.75 - $22.75/hr

The Peer Support Specialist is a person in recovery who assists in establishing a safe and ... guests, providing a staff presence, welcoming new visitors, and providing tours. FLSA ...

Pier 360

Peer Support -Employment

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$20 - $27/hr

The Peer Support- employment staff perform a wide range of tasks to support people living and directing their own recovery, healing, and wellness through the process of employment. The ...

Clarvida

Peer Support Specialist

Ridgecrest, CA · On-site

$25/hr

Identify and build on strengths of clients, staff, and communities * Support client recovery and ... Peer Specialist Certificate required * Lived experience as a consumer of mental health services or ...

Coleman Professional Services

$250/hr

Observe behaviors for input on treatment planning and report significant changes to clinical staff ... Peer Support Requirements: * High school diploma * Completed state peer support training or ...

PeerCorps Staffing

Peer Support Specialist

Bronx, NY · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Multiple locations throughout New York City About the Position PeerCorps Staffing is currently ... As a Youth Peer Advocate, you will use your lived experience to empower, mentor, and support youth ...

MY House

Peer Support Specialist

Wasilla, AK · On-site

$22/hr

TITLE: Peer Support Specialist REPORTS TO: Peer Support Supervisor EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Regular ... Attend case staffing and provide feedback during case management and staff meetings. * Communicate ...

Catholic Charities, Inc.

Peer Support Specialist

Greenwood, MS · On-site

$15 - $19.50/hr

An ability to follow all written and verbal instructions, and to communicate with all program staff ... Peer Support Credential from the Department of Mental Health is required. * Current and valid ...

cbi

Peer Support Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$17.50 - $22.25/hr

Peer Support Specialist Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is an integrated behavioral healthcare agency ... Our staff experience tremendous professional growth through ongoing training and support. Our team ...

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How much do peer support staff jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for peer support staff in the United States is $19.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a peer support staff?

Peer Support Staff are individuals with lived experience of mental health or substance use challenges who are employed to support others facing similar issues. They use their personal experiences to provide emotional support, share coping strategies, and help clients navigate recovery. Peer Support Staff often work in mental health organizations, hospitals, or community settings, and are valued for their ability to build trust and foster hope through shared understanding. Their role complements clinical services by offering empathy, encouragement, and practical guidance.

How does a peer support staff member typically interact with clinical teams and other support professionals?

Peer Support Staff often work closely with clinical teams, including social workers, therapists, and case managers, to provide holistic support to clients. They share their lived experiences to build rapport and trust with individuals, while also communicating client progress and concerns with the broader care team. Collaboration is key; Peer Support Staff may participate in team meetings, contribute to care planning, and help bridge the gap between clients and clinicians by advocating for client needs and perspectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a peer support staff, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Peer Support Staff, you need lived experience with mental health or substance use recovery, a high school diploma or equivalent, and often completion of a certified peer specialist training program. Familiarity with electronic health record systems and knowledge of community resources are commonly required, and many roles prefer a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) credential. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, active listening, and the ability to maintain healthy boundaries are essential soft skills. These skills and qualifications are crucial for effectively supporting peers in their recovery journey and fostering trust and empowerment within the community.

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Peer Support Specialist

Fairfield, CA • On-site

Archway Recovery Services
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$22 - $26/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Status: Non-Exempt
Compensation Grade: $22.00-$26.00 per hour
Location: 1095 E. Tabor Avenue, Fairfield, CA 94533
Reports To: Clinical Manager
Job Summary
The Peer Support Specialist (PSS) provides Medi-Cal reimbursable Peer Support Services to individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Using lived experience in recovery, the PSS promotes hope, strengthens engagement in treatment, reinforces recovery-oriented behaviors, and supports clients in applying treatment goals in everyday life.
Services are provided under the supervision of a designated Peer Support Specialist Supervisor and within the clinical direction of the Program Clinical Manager. The Peer Support Specialist delivers services consistent with Medi-Cal Peer Support Service components by building supportive relationships, encouraging engagement in recovery, reinforcing coping skills, emotional regulation, wellness strategies, and recovery planning introduced during treatment, assisting clients in applying recovery skills in real-world settings, and supporting successful transitions between levels of care and integration into the community.
All documentation must meet Medi-Cal requirements for medical necessity, timeliness, accuracy, and alignment with approved Peer Support Service components. Services must remain within the defined scope of Peer Support Services and shall not include psychotherapy, diagnosis, clinical counseling, or case management activities outside the allowable Peer Support scope.
Essential Functions
  • Provide individual and group Peer Support Services consistent with each client's individualized treatment plan.
  • Build supportive, recovery-oriented relationships that promote hope, empowerment, and sustained engagement in treatment.
  • Share lived recovery experience appropriately while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Reinforce coping skills, emotional regulation, communication, recovery planning, healthy boundaries, relapse prevention strategies, and other recovery concepts introduced by the treatment team.
  • Assist clients in identifying personal recovery goals, recognizing strengths, and celebrating recovery progress.
  • Support clients during admissions, discharges, transfers, and transitions between levels of care to promote continuity of care.
  • Encourage participation in treatment services, recovery support meetings, and community-based recovery resources.
  • Collaborate with counselors, therapists, care coordinators, and other members of the multidisciplinary treatment team.
  • Complete accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record on the date of service, including start time, end time, duration, interventions provided, and applicable Medi-Cal Peer Support Service components.
  • Maintain compliance with DHCS, Medi-Cal, CalMHSA, HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, organizational policies, and ethical standards.
  • Participate in required supervision, staff meetings, trainings, and continuing education.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, & Experience
  • Demonstrated lived experience with substance use and/or mental health recovery.
  • Knowledge of recovery-oriented principles and person-centered care.
  • Ability to establish supportive, recovery-oriented relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, staff, and community partners.
  • Ability to reinforce recovery skills, emotional regulation, wellness planning, and coping strategies within the Peer Support Specialist scope of practice.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.
  • Ability to complete timely, accurate, and Medi-Cal compliant documentation.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate professionalism.
  • Ability to work independently while following clinical direction and organizational policies.
  • Experience providing Peer Support Services in residential or outpatient behavioral health settings preferred.
  • Familiarity with Medi-Cal Peer Support Service documentation requirements and DHCS regulations preferred.
  • Experience working with individuals experiencing co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders preferred.
  • Familiarity with trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and recovery-oriented systems of care preferred.
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and another language commonly spoken by the client population preferred.

Job Requirements
  • Current Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification through a CalMHSA-approved certifying entity.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid California Driver License with an acceptable driving record.
  • Successful completion of a Fit-for-Duty Health Screening.
  • Negative or noncommunicable tuberculosis (TB) test result.
  • Ability to successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings and background clearances.
  • Maintain all certifications, licenses, and training required by Archway Recovery Services, DHCS, CalMHSA, and Medi-Cal throughout employment.

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and climb stairs throughout the workday.
  • Ability to safely assist clients and respond appropriately during emergencies.
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, telephones, and electronic health record systems.
  • Ability to travel between program sites and community locations as needed.

Salary Description
$22 - $26

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