Benefits:- Opportunity for advancement
- Wellness resources
- Company parties
About the Role:VABODE Health Systems is looking for a compassionate and driven Registered Peer Recovery Specialist to join our team in the Richmond/Henrico, VA area. In this meaningful role, you'll use your own lived experience to inspire and support individuals on their journey to recovery. If you're passionate about making a real difference in people's lives, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities:- Provide peer support services to individuals in recovery from substance use and/or mental health challenges
- Serve as a recovery role model by sharing personal experience to build trust and inspire hope
- Assist clients in developing individualized recovery plans and setting achievable goals
- Connect individuals with community resources, treatment services, and social support networks
- Facilitate peer support groups and recovery-focused educational sessions
- Document client interactions, progress notes, and service activities in accordance with agency standards
- Collaborate with clinical and care coordination teams to support whole-person wellness
Requirements:- Active Virginia Registered Peer Recovery Specialist (RPRS) certification required
- Personal lived experience with substance use or mental health recovery
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly
- Knowledge of local community resources, recovery support services, and treatment pathways
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries while providing empathetic, person-centered support
- Basic computer proficiency for documentation and electronic health records
- Reliable transportation and ability to work in the Richmond/Henrico, VA area
About Us:VABODE Health Systems is a dedicated behavioral health organization serving communities across Virginia with a commitment to compassionate, recovery-oriented care. Our clients trust us to meet them where they are, and our team members thrive in a supportive environment that values lived experience as much as professional expertise. At VABODE, we believe recovery is possible for everyone — and our staff are the heart of that mission.