Certified Peer Recovery Supporter (PT), Cuyahoga County

OhioGuidestone provides a complete continuum of responsive person-centered prevention services, mental health and substance use treatment, and wrap-around supports, serving the needs of over 50,000 people each year through telehealth and locations across Ohio.

At OhioGuidestone, we believe a workforce comprised of employees from diverse backgrounds and communities, and a culture of belonging makes us a better organization. Together, we continue to build a workplace that encourages, supports, and celebrates the varied voices of our employees.

Through peer support programs, individuals connect with trained Peer Support Specialists who share lived experience with mental health conditions, substance use, or life challenges.

• Demonstrate the values and guiding principles of OhioGuidestone every day, performing with the highest standards of excellence, integrity and ethics.
• Provide peer-based support, encouragement, and guidance to individuals in recovery from addiction and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Meet with clients regularly, adjusting frequency of contact based on client needs and in consultation with a supervisor.
• Assist clients in crisis situations and provide stabilization support when needed.
• Educate clients on recovery models, available resources, and pathways to long-term recovery.
• Connect clients with community resources and help them build supportive sober networks.
• Promote client empowerment through self-advocacy, development of life skills, and activities that encourage independence.
• Support clients in identifying barriers to recovery, setting personal recovery goals, and developing individualized Recovery Support Plans.
• Guide clients in navigating the healthcare system and coordinating services with other providers and agencies.
• Accompany clients to meetings, appointments, visitations, or court hearings as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, ensuring confidentiality of client information in accordance with agency guidelines.
• Participate in required meetings, trainings, and program assessments; support compliance with funder requirements.
• Collaborate with other professionals and maintain ongoing communication with community partners and support networks.
• Meet established productivity standards while modeling recovery, adhering to the Certified Peer Supporter Code of Ethics, and demonstrating consistent reliability and professionalism.
• Exhibit positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
• Demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and a culture of belonging.
• Present the Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts. 

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification as a Peer Recovery Supporter (or ability to obtain certification in accordance with state requirements) or Youth Peer Recovery Supporter.
• Lived experience in recovery and ability to model and promote long-term recovery.
• Strong knowledge of community, county, and court resources preferred.
• Prior work or volunteer experience as a Recovery Coach or in a peer support role preferred. 

• Mission driven; strong desire to make an impact
• Effective interpersonal skills; able to speak effectively with individuals and/or groups of people
• Ability to customarily and regularly exercise discretion and good professional judgment
• Flexible; able to workdays, evenings, and/or weekends, as desired to meet the needs of clients 
• Strong organizational skills; able to handle multiple priorities with strict attention to detail and perform work independently.
• Ability to maintain relevant, timely documentation as required.
• Effective computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records, etc. 
• Must be able to access work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, which may include ascending/descending stairs. 
• Possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
• Successfully complete pre-employment screenings, including drug tests, background checks, and any other required assessments, such as a physical examination and TB test. 

We also care about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. We require and cover the cost of fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings.