Peer Recovery Associate na Ashley Addiction Treatment

Peer Recovery Specialist
Location: Havre de Grace, MD | Full-Time | Department: Patient and Community Support Services

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals on their recovery journey? Ashley Addiction Treatment is seeking a Peer Recovery Specialist to join our compassionate and mission-driven team.

In this vital role, you'll support patients throughout their treatment journey—providing individualized peer support, facilitating group discussions, and connecting patients with essential recovery resources. As a key member of the treatment team, you'll be part of an organization committed to quality care, patient advocacy, and lifelong healing.

What You’ll Do:
Maintain an active caseload and meet regularly with patients for 1:1 peer support sessions. Serve as a trusted mentor and advocate through the patient’s entire treatment episode. Facilitate community topic groups, experiential workshops, and peer-led discussions. Collaborate with clinicians and other team members to develop and implement effective discharge and continuing care plans. Assist with patient intake and transportation, creating a welcoming and safe environment for all. Contribute to safety, documentation, and communication procedures to support effective, high-quality care.

What You Bring:
Maryland Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) certification (required). 1+ year of experience in a substance use disorder (SUD) or behavioral health setting. High school diploma or GED (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred). CPR/BLS and CPI certifications (required or willingness to obtain). Valid driver’s license with clean driving record. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to set healthy boundaries and provide ethical, compassionate care. A commitment to multiple pathways of recovery, including 12-step, SMART, and peer recovery models.

What We Offer:
Competitive pay
401(k) with 6% employer match
Employer-paid HRA account
Tuition reimbursement
Financial wellness programs
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
A supportive team and mission-driven work environment

About Us:
Ashley Addiction Treatment is a nationally recognized leader in substance use disorder treatment. Our approach is holistic, evidence-based, and rooted in compassion, and we’re proud to walk with individuals and families through every step of their recovery journey.

Ashley Addiction Treatment is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.