Substance Abuse Peer Support SpecialistCommunity Medical Services (CMS) is hiring a Peer Support Specialist to assist patients recovering from addictions to opioids and other illicit substances. As a peer, you will use your personal recovery experience to provide ongoing guidance, coaching, and support to individuals seeking—or in active—recovery.ShiftThursday‑Sunday, 5:30 AM – 3:30 PMResponsibilitiesAssist clients in identifying effective coping techniques, self‑help strategies, and increasing social support networks.Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional standards.Leverage prior behavioral health experience as a recipient, family member, or caregiver.Provide clinical support, including assessments, to special populations and projects.Promote harm reduction and recovery in group settings.Travel (with reimbursement) up to 25 % of the time to CMS clinic locations and community events.Communicate CMS program and assessment information to community‑based service providers.QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED (required).Associate Degree in Human Services, Counseling, or Psychology (preferred).Certified Peer Support certificate required; otherwise, must obtain certificate within 90 days of hire and have equivalent education and experience.Experience with substance abuse, serious mental illness, and/or general mental health (required).Valid driver license and a Michigan vehicle clearance (clean driving record for 39 months).Knowledge of behavioral management, de‑escalation methods, crisis intervention, and defusing techniques applicable to various levels of crisis.Comfortable working in a wide range of settings, including CMS clinic locations, community‑based outpatient settings, or correctional health facilities.Availability for occasional weekend and holiday shifts.BenefitsSubsidized medical, dental, and vision insuranceHealth savings accountShort and long‑term disability insuranceLife insurancePaid sick, vacation, and holiday time401(k) retirement plan with matchTuition and CME reimbursement up to 100 %Employee assistance program for mental health and wellnessOngoing professional developmentNotice to Wisconsin EmployeesNew hires must provide proof of MMR and Varicella vaccinations.New hires should have a current flu vaccination or be willing to receive one.Medical or religious exemptions for the flu vaccine are permitted; CMS will provide exemption forms to be completed and submitted prior to the start date.About Community Medical ServicesCMS is a CARF‑accredited addiction treatment program providing outpatient medication‑assisted treatment and individual and group counseling to those seeking help with opioid use disorder. Headquartered in Arizona, CMS operates more than 70 clinics across 14 states.Equal Employment OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.#J-18808-Ljbffr