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Peer Support Specialist

Northern Kentucky University

20 Campbell Drive (Show on map)

Mar 30, 2026

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title	Peer Support Specialist
Department	Institute for Health Innovations
Compensation Title
Position Number	30027800, 30027801
Position Status	Contract, Grant
Work Schedule	Part Time between 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
Hours per Week	18
Months per Year	12
Purpose of Position	Assist peers in articulating recovery goals and learning/practicing new skills, supporting them in their treatment and in advocating for themselves for services. Share personal recovery story to show that recovery is attainable.
Primary Responsibilities	Serve as a mentor to clients to promote hope and personal empowerment. Exemplify recovery principles for clients. May assist with transportation, groups, behavioral health providers, MRT classes, or care coordinators and reentry specialists. Mentor clients Coordinating client care Serving as healthcare advocate for client
Qualifications	High school diploma and 1 year of related experience. Must have passed Kentucky Adult Peer Support Specialist training and received Kentucky certification. Good data entry skills, ability to exercise discretion, and maintain confidentiality. Compliance with all HIPAA regulations and adhere strictly to confidentiality measures. Must possess a valid driver's license. Any candidate who is offered this position is required to undergo a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law. This position is not eligible for any benefits.
Minimum Education	High School Diploma
Preferred Education	High School Diploma
Minimum Experience	Less than 1 year
Salary	minimum $12.94/hour
Pay Grade	S63

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number	2026S2334
Job Open Date	03/30/2026
Job Close Date
Quick Link	https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/15518
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