Peer Recovery Specialist
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Salary$45k – $70k
LocationDHS Birdneck Circle
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentHUMAN SERVICES
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 23, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live3d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Completed 72-hour PRS training class with VA DBHDS
Lived experience with substance use disorders
Certified and/or registered as a PRS with the Virginia Board of Counseling
Experience working as a peer
Lived experience specific to substance abuse and/or mental illness
Experience with facilitation or co-facilitating peer groups
Experience documenting in a comprehensive health record
Experience working on a multidisciplinary team
Job Posting End Date:
November 5, 2026
Department:
HUMAN SERVICES
Compensation Grade:
G20
Compensation Range & Starting Salary:
Pay Range: $44,907.20 - $69,971.20
Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualifications.
Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):
No
About Us:
Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.
Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:
About the role
The City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Services is seeking to hire a Peer Recovery Specialists (PRS) who has completed the 72-hour PRS training class with VA DBHDS with lived experience to provide peer support services to adults with substance use disorders for the Intensive Outpatient Program.
Nice to have
The ideal candidate will be certified and/or registered as a PRS with the Virginia Board of Counseling, have experience working as a peer, lived experience specific to substance abuse use, and/or mental illness, experience with facilitation or co-facilitating peer groups, documenting in a comprehensive health record, and working on a multidisciplinary team.
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