Substance Use Disorder Peer Support Specialist

RiverView Health, is a community owned, membership based non-profit organization that was formed in 1898 and continues to be the sole community hospital in Crookston, MN.

RiverView Health operates a 25 bed Critical Access Hospital, RiverView Recovery Center; a chemical dependency outpatient treatment program, RiverView Home Care and five primary care and specialty clinics in the hospitals service area.

We have a robust scholarship program for those furthering their education in a medical field, excellent benefits, and a friendly work environment. Full-time benefits include health insurance, free single vision and basic dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability and short-term disability, and employer HSA contributions. Other benefits include employer pension matching, shift differential, incentive/premium pay, free annual biometric screening and paid volunteer time off.

RiverView is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 

Substance Use Disorder Peer Support Specialist as a full-time (80 hours every 2 weeks) .

Schedule: Full-Time (1.0 fte) - 80 hours per pay period
Recovery Center hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Pay Range: $17.89 - $25.05  (D.O.E - dependent upon experience)

Job Status: Non-Exempt/Hourly, benefitted position

The Recovery Peer Support Specialist will provide individualized, strength-based, and client-centered peer support services to individuals in recovery from substance use disorder. Under the supervision of a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, the Recovery Peer will use their lived experience and recovery knowledge to foster hope, promote self-sufficiency, support clients’ recovery goals, and assist clients in building and maintaining skills gained from other treatment services.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Peer Support and Mentorship - share personal recovery experiences to build trust, inspire hope, and model recovery. Offer non-clinical emotional support and encouragement to individuals navigating substance use recovery.
• Resource Navigation - Support clients in identifying recovery goals and steps toward achieving them. Guide clients in understanding their rights and advocating for their needs
• Documentation & Reporting - document interactions, support plans, referrals, and outcomes in a timely and confidential manner.
• Collaboration & Teamwork - serve as a liaison between clients and service providers to enhance engagement and continuity of care.
• Ongoing Development - attend required training sessions and maintain certification(s). Engage in supervision, peer consultation, and reflective practice to enhance effectiveness.

Required:

• Minimum of one year of sustained recovery from substance use disorder required.
• Must hold or be willing to obtain a credential from one of the following within the first three months of employment (certification must demonstrate skills in Ethics and Boundaries, Advocacy, Mentoring and Education, and Recovery and Wellness Support
  • National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC)
  • Minnesota Certification Board
  • For tribally licensed programs: credentialing from a Tribal Nation when applicable
  • Upper Midwest Indian Council on Addictive Disorders

Preferred:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in social work, addiction studies or related field.
• CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Experience working in a behavioral health, recovery, or treatment setting.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and motivational interviewing.

Skills and Competencies:

• Ensure accurate data entry for patient registration and scheduling.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Good communication skills (verbal & written), organization, leadership, and problem-solving.
• Cultural competency and experience working with diverse populations.