Peer Recovery Specialist

Requisition ID: 48781 Work Location: Human Services - Birdneck Circle facility Pay Range: G.20, $21.48 - $33.29/hour Starting Salary: Depending upon Qualifications Work Schedule: Mon and Wed 5p – 10p; Friday 4:30p – 10:30pm Part Time Hours/Wk: 15 - 20 Job Open Date: 4/2/26 Application Deadline: 4/15/26

Job Duties:

The City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Services is seeking to hire a part-time Registered Peer Recovery Specialist (RPRS) to provide peer support services to adults with substance use disorders for the Substance Use Disorder Outpatient Program / Drop In Center. The ideal candidate will have experience in giving support through shared personal life experience of recovery from a substance use disorder by giving resources, personal experiences, support, advocacy, education and coaching. Candidate will also have experience performing screenings, conducting recovery-oriented service planning and providing individual goal implementation.

Duties:

• Provide guidance, oversite and assistance within the Drop In Center.

• Plan and implement social activities for members to participate.

• Assist clients in developing a Recovery Plan by identifying client’s goals, strengths, and steps toward recovery, to include needed supports.

• Assist clients with general problem solving and development of skills in obtaining services and supports through coaching toward an increased sense of responsibility.

• Educate clients about available community resources and advocates for services on behalf of clients as needed.

• Assist in the development and facilitation of recovery-oriented groups, using educational tools and utilizing personal experiences with substance use within the Drop In Center.

• Accompany individuals to community support meetings as appropriate.

• Act as a liaison between clients and other service providers (Clinicians, case managers, care coordinators, etc.) to ensure that client preferences expressed in Recovery Plans are included in Individual Service Plans.

• Maintain accurate documentation consistent with agency guidelines.

• Collaborate with multiple programs as part of a treatment team, community services providers, and significant others as necessary.

• Attend staff meetings, case meetings, and staff training activities as required.

• Utilize evidence-based practices when conducting groups and works within peer recovery guidelines as provided by the state.

• Assist clients with developing skills and strategies to prevent relapse of substance addiction.

Work Schedule: Monday and Wednesday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm; and Friday 4:30 pm - 10:30 pm.

Official City Job Description:

https://virginia-beach-departments-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/city/job-descriptions-pay-plans/Peer-Recovery-Specialist-03302.pdf

Working Conditions:

There is no working conditions statement for this position.

Minimum Requirements:

MINIMUMS: Requires any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to one (1) year in fields utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities OR eligibility for certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist with Virginia DBHDS. Must have a current and valid drivers license.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Must have completed 72 hour PRS training and be eligible to become a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) in Virginia.

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript: Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Required
Physical: Not Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required

Attachments Required: Resume

Preferences:

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist.
Registered Peer Recovery Specialist in Virginia.
Experience facilitating group activities.
Experience working as a Peer Recovery Specialist.
Experience utilizing community resources.
Experience with Harm Reduction techniques.
Experience working with and as a part of an interdisciplinary team.

Special Instructions:

Must have completed 72 hour PRS training.

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.