Peer Support Specialist

Superior Behavioral Health, Akron, OH

Superior Behavioral Health is hiring a Peer Support Specialist in Akron, OH paying $25.00 per hour. The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record. Candidates must have an active Ohio Peer Recovery Supporter Certification and lived recovery experience.

What the posting says about criminal records

The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record.

Last checked Oct 11, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.

Overview

Superior Behavioral Health seeks compassionate and dependable Peer Support Specialists to join its team in Akron, OH. In this role, you will use your lived experience in recovery to provide mentorship, hope, and guidance to clients undergoing behavioral health and addiction treatment services. Work is performed in person alongside a collaborative treatment team.

Requirements

• Active Ohio Peer Recovery Supporter Certification is required
• Lived experience with recovery
• Passion for helping others
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Dependable and professional teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced treatment environment

Job details

Location

Akron, OH

Pay

$25 per hour

Job type

Contract

Industry

Healthcare and Social Services

Posted

Oct 2, 2026

Drug test

Not stated