Peer Support Specialist

TPC Wellness – The Phoenix Center
Location: Wilmington, OH
Pay: $16–$18 per hour
Schedule: Flexible schedules available
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

About the Role

TPC Wellness is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to provide recovery-focused support to individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges. This position uses personal lived experience to mentor, encourage, and guide clients on their recovery journey.

Key Responsibilities

Build supportive, trusting relationships with clients
Assist clients in accessing housing, employment, healthcare, and community resources
Provide life skills coaching, coping strategies, and peer-led support
Facilitate groups and wellness-focused activities
Collaborate with clinicians and treatment teams
Document client interactions accurately and timely
Recognize crisis situations and support appropriate intervention
Follow OhioMHAS peer support standards and ethical guidelines

Qualifications

Lived experience with mental health or substance use recovery (1+ year sustained recovery)
Ohio Certified Peer Recovery Supporter (CPRS) required
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Valid Ohio driver’s license; ability to pass background and drug screening
Comfortable working in office, community, and home settings
Some travel required

Why Join TPC Wellness?

Superior pay and benefits package
Approved STAR Tuition Reimbursement Facility — up to $250,000 in tuition reimbursement
Paid supervision
Flexible schedules
Supportive, mission-driven team and opportunities for growth

Equal Opportunity Employer

TPC Wellness welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace.

Location

Willmington, OH

Department

Clinical

Employment Type

Full-Time/Part Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Compensation

$16.00 - $18.00 per hour DOE

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