Peer Recovery Specialist - MAT

$34k to $39k

Blacksburg, VA, United StatesPosted Aug 28, 2026

Against the United States typical range

Job description

The Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program is seeking a full-time Registered/Certified Peer Recovery Specialist who would provide non-clinical, person-centered wellness focused support to engage clients within the MAT program. The Peer Recovery Specialist position would share their first-hand lived experiences with recovery to inspire hope, increase engagement in treatment and in their communities and support consumers in articulating personal goals for wellness, recovery resiliency and self-advocacy.

Must have a mental health or substance use disorder that has impacted your life for two years or more and must identify a year in recovery. Must identify a year in recovery. Certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist Hourly-Rate Range: $16.46- $18.93 Education Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Additional compensation will be considered for any new employees who speak multiple languages.

Description copied from New River Valley Community Services's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

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