"Peer Recovery Specialist- School of Social Work"

Advertising Summary:

This full-time position is supported by a grant from the Substance Use and Mental Health Services Administration. The peer support specialist will be an individual with lived behavioral health service utilization experience plus experience with providing peer support and care management services. Experience working with the criminal justice system preferred.

Unit:

School of Social Work

Position Summary

This full-time position is supported by a grant from the Substance Use and Mental Health Services Administration. The peer support specialist will be an individual with lived behavioral health service utilization experience plus experience with providing peer support and care management services. Experience working with the criminal justice system preferred.

Education Requirements

Requires experience as a peer support worker and consumer of behavioral health services. Knowledge of local service system, criminal justice system, community resources, and benefits required.

Qualifications:

Competitive applicants will have experience with providing peer support and care management services to individuals living with behavioral health disorders and current or past involvement with the criminal justice system. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.

Annual Salary Range

$55,000 - $58,000

Fully Remote

Benefits

All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status:

Exempt

Hours per Week:

40

Restricted Position:

Yes

ORP Eligible:

No