(PSS) Peer Support Specialist/ Milieu Manager - Full and Part-time

Turn Your Experience Into Impact. Peer Support Specialist opening at The Recovery Village! 🎯Full and Part-time Openings available📌 Must hold an active PSS certification through the Oregon Health Authority🚗 Have a good driving record⭐ Prefer candidates with at least 1 year of experience working in a treatment setting, and/or Substance Abuse/Recovery agencySchedules:💼 Full-time:Wed - Sat 4x10 schedule (830am-7pm or 9am-730pm)⏳Part-time:12pm-8pm, Shifts available 7-days a week. Some weekends required. 💰Pay Ranges: $25-$27/hrAt The Recovery Village Salem Drug and Alcohol Rehab, we firmly believe that any adult facing drug and alcohol addictions, along with co-occurring mental health conditions, can begin their path to recovery. Our accredited addiction treatment facility offers a wide range of rehab programs in a safe and supportive environment, with compassionate care provided by experienced medical and clinical professionals. Located in Salem, Oregon, our facility combines medical expertise with recreational therapies and mental health services in a welcoming setting. We proudly serve adults from diverse backgrounds, offering personalized treatment programs tailored to meet their unique needs.Advanced Recovery Systems is an integrated behavioral healthcare management company dedicated to treating addiction, substance abuse and mental health issues. We put behavioral health front and center, assisting people with substance abuse issues, addictions, and mental health concerns. With facilities in various regions of the U.S., we have been furthering this mission since our inception, applying our advanced approach to patient care. Every facility in the Advanced Recovery Systems network strives to provide the highest quality of care, using evidence-based therapeutic models that work. Our goal is to help men and women live healthy, happy lives without the burden of substance abuse or mental illness.What sets us apart?Supportive leadership & strong team cultureCross-functional collaboration for holistic careAbility to be creative in curriculumNationally recognized and expanding companySaving lives!Full-time Benefits include:Health, Vision, Dental, MD Live telehealth benefitEmployer Matched 401(k)STD, LTD, and Employer Paid up to $50k Term Life PolicyEmployer Matched HSA - up to $1500 a year company contributionEmployee Wellness Program - reduce employee premiums $40/moPaid Time Off - Vacation/Personal/Holiday/SickEmployee Referral Bonus Facility Address: 309 Lancaster Dr NE, Salem, OR 97301The Peer Recovery & Milieu Manager is responsible for supporting a structured, recovery-oriented therapeutic environment within a residential substance use disorder treatment setting. This role integrates peer support services with milieu leadership to enhance patient engagement, reinforce recovery culture, and support the daily flow of programming.Using lived experience and behavioral health knowledge, this position provides non-clinical peer mentorship to patients while supporting staff in maintaining a safe, structured, and recovery-focused environment. The role is integral in engaging patients during admission, detoxification, transitions in care, and throughout treatment.CORE JOB DUTIES:Provide peer-based recovery supportEngage patients during admission and treatmentSupport recovery goal identificationFacilitate peer recovery groupsSupport therapeutic milieu structureAssist with de-escalation within scopeObserve and report behavioral changesSupport transitions and discharge planningDocument services appropriatelyMaintain professional boundariesThis position does not include clinical assessments, therapy, treatment planning, or medical decision-making.OTHER REQUIRED DUTIES:Assists in developing and coordinating monthly patient activities calendar (both onsite and offsite activities)Document in accordance with program requirements. Provide program information to prospective clients and families as needed. Maintain clear communications with supervisors and co-workers. Participate in staff meetings as needed. Other duties as assigned by supervisor(s)RequirementsEducation/Experience/Credentials:Associate or bachelor's degree in behavioral health, social work, psychology, or related field; or equivalent experienceMinimum three years of experience in behavioral health or related fieldCertification as a Traditional Health Worker (THW) - Peer Support Specialist (PSS) or Peer Wellness Specialist (PWS), or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hireGood driving record that meets safety and company insurance standardsKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:Maintain strict confidentiality, Understanding of following topics:Trauma-informed careDe-escalation techniquesCo-occurring disorders knowledgeStages of changeConfidentiality laws (HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2)Advanced Recovery Systems is a national integrated behavior healthcare management company dedicated to treating addiction, substance abuse and mental health issues.The Company complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEOWe are proud to be a drug-free workplace.BenefitsWe offer great benefits including 401(k), paid time off plan, medical, dental, vision, and much more.