Peer Support Specialist - V.I.B.E. - Statewide (Temporary)

Join Our Team: Peer Support Specialist Needed for V.I.B.E. Program

About V.I.B.E.: V.I.B.E. – Vision & Independence, Building Empowerment is an innovative, strengths-based case management program targeting transition-aged youth (16-24) with opioid use disorder (OUD) and stimulant use disorder (STUD). We focus on a comprehensive approach that addresses mental health, housing, education, and employment to ensure holistic recovery and long-term stability.

Position: Peer Support Specialist

• Location: Statewide, Delaware (Offices in Wilmington, Georgetown, Seaford)
• Type: Temporary, Full-Time
• Duration: March 15, 2025 - September 30, 2025

Role Summary: As a Peer Support Specialist, you will provide crucial support and guidance to youth overcoming substance-related challenges. By sharing your own recovery journey, you will help clients develop resilience, achieve stability, and access necessary resources. This role requires travel between our offices and offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in a short period.

Responsibilities:

• Engage clients through direct interaction, sharing experiences, and offering support.
• Collaborate with case managers to develop and implement effective care plans.
• Lead peer support groups and provide one-on-one mentorship.
• Act as a liaison to connect clients with community resources.
• Model and teach strategies for managing recovery and personal challenges.

Why Join Us?

• Make a direct impact on the lives of young people across Delaware.
• Work in a supportive, dynamic environment.
• Gain valuable experience in a specialized, impactful role.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional training or certification in peer support is a plus.
• Experience in peer support, especially related to substance use recovery.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to travel statewide as needed.

Benefits

• Paid Holiday's

• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources