Certified Peer Support Specialist
Company: Aegis Treatment Centers
Location: Hesperia
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Certified Peer Support
Specialist Full-time with travel to Banning & Hesperia We offer
competitive salaries, a full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and
opportunities for professional growth. Pinnacle Treatment Centers
is a growing leader in addiction treatment services. We provide
care across the nation touching the lives of more than 35,000
patients daily. Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery
and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment
that works. Our employees believe we are creating a better world
where lives and communities are made whole again through
comprehensive treatment. As the Peer Support Specialist , you are
responsible for supporting others in recovery from substance use
disorder; serving as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator
to recovering individuals to help prevent relapse and promote
long-term recovery; and representing Pinnacle Treatment
Services/Aegis in a positive and professional manner. You will
demonstrate an ability to share personal recovery experiences and
develop appropriate and authentic peer-to-peer relationships. In
this role, you must understand and have respect for everyone's
unique path to recovery. Pay: $25/per hour Benefits: 18 days PTO
(Paid Time Off) 401k with company match Company-sponsored ongoing
training and certification opportunities. Full comprehensive
benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term
disability, long term disability and accident insurance. Substance
Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR
LRP) Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella
University. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent. Peer
Support Certification OR certification eligible within three (3)
months. Personal Attestation of one year in recovery from substance
use disorder. Valid driver’s license in good standing Ability to
travel up to 50% locally as needed Preferred Associate or
bachelor’s degree in one of the behavioral science disciplines from
an accredited college or university. CPR Certification One (1) year
of experience working in a behavioral health setting
Responsibilities: Assist patients in overcoming barriers to
treatment and meeting basic needs to promote self-sufficiency. Peer
Supporters support recovery by providing support, assistance,
encouragement, advocation, and modeling behavior. Assist patients
with building social skills that will empower and enhance
integration opportunities and teach self-advocacy skills that
support success within the community. Provide education to patients
on how to identify and work through negative self-talk and ways to
overcome fears. Document in EMR, as necessary. Provide education to
patients around wellness management and recovery skills. Educate
patients around the community and natural support, life skills,
recovery related activities and how to utilize these in the
recovery process. Arrange referrals to other agencies and resources
in the community when Appropriate Provide goal-planning sessions,
access to resources, care navigation, and one-to-one support to
patients and their families where appropriate. Provides coaching
and support to clients as challenges arise from everyday
activities. Assist clients with orientation to program and update
appropriately into EMR as needed. Listen attentively with respect,
acceptance, and encouragement. Lend unique insight into substance
use disorders and what makes recovery possible. Attend team
meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.
Other duties as assigned. Join our team. Join our mission.
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