Peer Support Coordinator

Peer Support Coordinator

Apalachee Center, Inc. | Full-Time Position

Join Our Team!

Apalachee Center, Inc. is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Peer Support Coordinator to join our team. This position is ideal for a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist who is passionate about mental health recovery, supporting others, and providing leadership to a team of Peer Support Specialists.

The Peer Support Coordinator plays an important role in promoting recovery-oriented services, mentoring peer staff, and advocating for individuals receiving behavioral health services.

Position Summary

The Peer Support Coordinator provides leadership, guidance, and ongoing support to the Peer Support Specialist team. This position serves as a consumer advocate, promotes recovery principles, shares coping strategies, and helps strengthen peer support services throughout the organization.

The coordinator also works collaboratively with management, community organizations, and other healthcare professionals to enhance recovery-focused programs and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing guidance, mentorship, and support to Peer Support Specialists through regular meetings, coaching, and shadowing.

• Assist with training and professional development for new and existing peer staff, including those pursuing certification.

• Develop and implement peer support program guidelines, procedures, and training initiatives in collaboration with management.

• Promote recovery-oriented practices and serve as a resource to staff regarding recovery strategies, coping skills, and wellness recovery action plans.

• Advocate for individuals receiving behavioral health services and encourage independence, empowerment, and recovery.

• Collaborate with community organizations, advocacy groups, and provider agencies to expand peer support services.

• Participate in care coordination meetings and client staffing conferences as requested.

• Foster a positive, supportive, and recovery-focused environment for staff and individuals receiving services.

• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with agency policies, safety standards, and training requirements.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.