Job detail

Peer Support Specialist

University of Miami

#Interpersonal Skills #Behavioral Health #Mentoring #Advocacy #Background Check #Confidentiality #Family Support #Problem Solving #Training #Goal Setting #Substance Use #Emotional Support

FULL_TIME

Posted 3/30/2026

Location

Miami, Florida

Core responsibilities

The peer support specialist provides advocacy, training, and support to individuals and families seeking recovery. They facilitate educational groups, link clients to community resources, and help navigate behavioral health systems.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a high school diploma and a peer support specialist certification or be willing to obtain it within the first year. A minimum of 2 years in recovery from behavioral health or substance use disorders is required.

high schoolInterpersonal SkillsCommunicationAdvocacyConfidentialityMentoringProblem SolvingTrainingEmotional SupportEthicsCultural DiversityBoundary SettingCommunity ResourcesTrust BuildingGoal IdentificationSelf-Esteem PromotionFacilitating Recovery

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Tuition Remission