Harbor Behavioral Health
Position Overview
The
TRP / Peer Support Specialist
provides recovery-oriented, peer-based support services to individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges. Using lived experience, the Peer Support Specialist helps individuals build hope, resilience, and self-determination while supporting engagement in services that promote long-term stability.
This role works collaboratively with clinical staff, crisis response teams, and community partners to deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive care that reduces unnecessary hospitalizations, emergency department utilization, and justice system involvement.
Primary Responsibilities Peer Support & Recovery Services
Provide peer-based support services utilizing lived experience to foster trust, hope, and empowerment
Support individuals in identifying recovery goals and developing individualized recovery plans
Promote engagement in outpatient, community-based, and recovery-support services
Crisis & Community Support
Provide peer support to individuals experiencing behavioral health or substance use crises, including mobile and community-based services as assigned
Assist in de-escalation, safety planning, and stabilization efforts under program guidelines
Collaborate with crisis teams, clinical staff, hospitals, law enforcement, and community organizations to ensure appropriate linkage and follow-up
Care Coordination & Advocacy
Assist individuals in navigating systems of care, including behavioral health, medical, and community resources
Provide advocacy to ensure individuals’ voices, preferences, and needs are respected
Support individuals in overcoming barriers to care, including transportation coordination as permitted by program policy
Documentation & Compliance
Maintain accurate, timely, and objective documentation of services provided in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
Adhere to ethical peer support practices, confidentiality standards, and Kentucky Peer Support regulations
Participate in supervision, team meetings, and required trainings
Professional Development
Engage in ongoing training to strengthen skills in peer support, trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention
Support continuous quality improvement initiatives and program development efforts
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required
Must complete a
Kentucky-approved Peer Support Specialist (PSS) Certification
and pass the certification exam within
six (6) months of hire , in accordance with
908 KAR 2:220
Lived experience in recovery from mental health and/or substance use challenges
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including alternate hours as the program may require
Ability to pass required background checks and screenings
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in community-based behavioral health, crisis services, or TRP programs
Familiarity with trauma-informed and recovery-oriented systems of care
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
Work Environment & Expectations
Community-based and mobile service delivery may be required
Physical ability to transport or accompany individuals to appointments as permitted
Compliance with health and safety requirements, including proof of a recent TB test (per policy)
Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that values growth and feedback.
Employer-paid health insurance (after probation)
Optional vision and dental insurance (employee-paid)
Paid time off (PTO) + 11 paid federal holidays (PTO accrual begins after probation)
Professional development support
Opportunities for advancement within HBH
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TRP / Peer Support Specialist
provides recovery-oriented, peer-based support services to individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges. Using lived experience, the Peer Support Specialist helps individuals build hope, resilience, and self-determination while supporting engagement in services that promote long-term stability.
This role works collaboratively with clinical staff, crisis response teams, and community partners to deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive care that reduces unnecessary hospitalizations, emergency department utilization, and justice system involvement.
Primary Responsibilities Peer Support & Recovery Services
Provide peer-based support services utilizing lived experience to foster trust, hope, and empowerment
Support individuals in identifying recovery goals and developing individualized recovery plans
Promote engagement in outpatient, community-based, and recovery-support services
Crisis & Community Support
Provide peer support to individuals experiencing behavioral health or substance use crises, including mobile and community-based services as assigned
Assist in de-escalation, safety planning, and stabilization efforts under program guidelines
Collaborate with crisis teams, clinical staff, hospitals, law enforcement, and community organizations to ensure appropriate linkage and follow-up
Care Coordination & Advocacy
Assist individuals in navigating systems of care, including behavioral health, medical, and community resources
Provide advocacy to ensure individuals’ voices, preferences, and needs are respected
Support individuals in overcoming barriers to care, including transportation coordination as permitted by program policy
Documentation & Compliance
Maintain accurate, timely, and objective documentation of services provided in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
Adhere to ethical peer support practices, confidentiality standards, and Kentucky Peer Support regulations
Participate in supervision, team meetings, and required trainings
Professional Development
Engage in ongoing training to strengthen skills in peer support, trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention
Support continuous quality improvement initiatives and program development efforts
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required
Must complete a
Kentucky-approved Peer Support Specialist (PSS) Certification
and pass the certification exam within
six (6) months of hire , in accordance with
908 KAR 2:220
Lived experience in recovery from mental health and/or substance use challenges
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including alternate hours as the program may require
Ability to pass required background checks and screenings
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in community-based behavioral health, crisis services, or TRP programs
Familiarity with trauma-informed and recovery-oriented systems of care
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
Work Environment & Expectations
Community-based and mobile service delivery may be required
Physical ability to transport or accompany individuals to appointments as permitted
Compliance with health and safety requirements, including proof of a recent TB test (per policy)
Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that values growth and feedback.
Employer-paid health insurance (after probation)
Optional vision and dental insurance (employee-paid)
Paid time off (PTO) + 11 paid federal holidays (PTO accrual begins after probation)
Professional development support
Opportunities for advancement within HBH
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