Linkage Navigator/ Peer Support Specialist

Position Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate Linkage Navigator/Peer Supporter to help individuals affected by opioid and stimulant use disorders. The role involves reducing barriers to care, facilitating referrals, and supporting clients through case management and harm reduction services. The ideal candidate will have lived experience with substance use disorder and a certification in peer support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate referrals and warm hand-offs to care services.
• Maintain accurate client data and submit monthly reports.
• Integrate naloxone and fentanyl test strips into the community.
• Provide person-centered care to support recovery.
• Collaborate with local partners and educate the community on substance misuse prevention.
• Ensure services are culturally accessible to all clients.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Lived experience with substance use disorder and peer support certification.
• Strong communication skills and knowledge of local services.
• Ability to work independently and with diverse populations.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical /dental /vision
• Employee Wellness App
• Life insurance
• Minimum 2 weeks accrued paid vacation
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 6 self care days
• 8 accrued sick days
• 8 paid holidays
• 403b w/ Retirement match
• In House Pharmacy
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Annual pay increases with performance

Appleseed Community Mental Health Center, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all people. Employment decisions are made based on each person’s performance, qualifications, and abilities. BIPOC highly encouraged to apply. The Agency does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.