The role of a Peer Recovery Supporter (PRS) is to support patients with and in recovery from a substance use disorder (SUD)
Job Summary
The role of a Peer Recovery Supporter (PRS) is to support patients with and in recovery from a substance use disorder (SUD).
The PRS will listen to patients and share personal experience to provide insight on barriers to recovery, identify solutions, and provide hope and address shame and stigma.
PRSs will work closely with other healthcare professionals to monitor progress, identify concerns, and provide holistic and culturally competent care.
Matching Summary
The role of a Peer Recovery Supporter (PRS) is to support patients with and in recovery from a substance use disorder (SUD).
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
personal experience in recovery
advocate for patient needs
cultivate knowledge of local resources
Nice-to-have
working knowledge of recovery pathways
experience with electronic health records
culturally competent care
Key Requirements
Peer Recovery Supporter (PRS) Certification from OMHAS