Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist Paugus Bay Behavioral Health – Laconia, New Hampshire Join a Team That's Changing Lives At Paugus Bay Behavioral Health Outpatient, we believe recovery is possible for everyone. Our mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care that helps individuals and families overcome substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges while building healthier futures. We are seeking a Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist to join our growing outpatient team in Laconia, New Hampshire. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about recovery, peer support, advocacy, and helping others navigate their journey toward wellness. Using lived experience, recovery-oriented support, and trauma-informed approaches, the CRSW serves as a trusted mentor and guide for individuals participating in Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Outpatient (OP) treatment services. We are specifically seeking candidates who either currently hold a New Hampshire CRSW certification or have completed all required training and application requirements and are eligible to sit for the CRSW certification exam. Preference will be given to candidates who are certified or certification-ready at the time of hire. Position Summary The CPRSS provides person-centered, recovery-oriented support to individuals enrolled in Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Outpatient (OP) services. This role utilizes lived experience, motivational support, and trauma-informed communication to help clients strengthen recovery capital, improve wellness, overcome barriers, and remain engaged in treatment and recovery. The Peer Recovery Support Specialist collaborates closely with clinical, medical, and case management teams to support continuity of care, encourage personal growth, and empower individuals throughout their recovery journey. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Peer Support & Recovery Coaching - Provide one-on-one peer support services to individuals participating in IOP and OP programs. - Complete needs assessments and assist participants in developing individualized recovery and wellness plans. - Offer mentorship, encouragement, active listening, and recovery-oriented guidance through trauma-informed and person-centered approaches. - Connect individuals with recovery resources, self-help groups, mutual aid meetings, and community supports. - Educate clients on addiction, relapse prevention, wellness planning, coping skills, and multiple pathways to recovery. - Support participants in building recovery capital, strengthening social supports, and developing life-management skills. Group Facilitation & Programming - Facilitate or co-facilitate IOP and recovery-focused groups. - Support educational programming related to recovery skills, relapse prevention, wellness, and life management. - Assist with planning and delivering group content that complements clinical treatment goals. - Foster psychologically safe and trauma-informed group environments. Care Coordination - Collaborate with therapists, medical providers, case managers, and multidisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated care. - Assist individuals with accessing housing, employment, transportation, legal services, healthcare, and other community resources. - Support transitions between levels of care when clinically appropriate. - Encourage engagement in community-based recovery supports and reduce barriers to participation. Documentation & Compliance - Maintain accurate, timely, and HIPAA-compliant documentation. - Document peer support encounters, group participation, referrals, follow-up activities, and changes in client status. - Adhere to all applicable state regulations, 42 CFR Part 2 requirements, agency policies, and Joint Commission standards. - Follow organizational policies related to safety, client communication, professional boundaries, and emergency procedures. Collaboration & Professional Conduct - Participate actively in team meetings, case reviews, a…