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Peer Navigator – ST Health Internal Medicine Recovery Engagement Program (IM-REP)

  • PittsburghPA
  • Full-Time
  • On-site
  • Day Job

PostedMarch 20, 2026

Pay$19.40–$30.14 / hr

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About this role

University of Pittsburgh Physicians is hiring a Full-Time Peer Navigator to help support the ST Health Internal Medicine Recovery Engagement Program (IM-REP).

 

Hours: Monday-Friday, daylight.

Location: This is a community-based position that is hybrid after the orientation period.

Department Details: We are a very innovative team looking to help individuals on their recovery journey.

 

The following is preferred but not required: Previous experience working in recovery.

Purpose:
Peer Navigators are individuals with lived experience who provide non-clinical support as a fully integrated treatment team member and educator for staff. Peer Navigators are role models of recovery values and principles by helping to identify and remove barriers and triggers to treatment for individuals receiving services from inpatient or outpatient programs. The Peer Navigator independently provides consumers linkage to community resources as recommended by the medical team.

Responsibilities:
 

  • Demonstrates knowledge and application of Wellness Recovery Action Plan, Personal Medicine, and Mental Health Advanced Directives documents. Assist individuals to access and to coordinate appropriate drug and alcohol and related services, including 12-step programs, residential treatment programs, and inpatient programs.
  • Maintain all required paperwork and documentation in a timely manner, as directed by Supervisor.
  • Serves as recovery advocate by providing educational information and helping consumer to make informed choices.
  • Provide peer services as a non-clinical provider and seek clinical staff for interventions as necessary, reporting pertinent patient information to the appropriate clinical staff
  • Provide peer support services to patients in the hospital or community settings.
  • Develops and maintains relationships with community-based treatment agencies and human service providers.
  • Demonstrates Knowledge of Engagement Strategies such as Motivational Interviewing Techniques and Harm Reduction.
  • Works within the context of the interdisciplinary treatment team and/or as a member of an identified program/module and as such is expected to attend staffing, consultations and case conferences.
  • Consistently instills hope by keeping a positive outlook in work and in attitude and is willing to share experience as a person in recovery.
  • Maintain appropriate boundaries, as described in peer orientation trainings.
  • Work with Consumers individually to address recovery goals, including discharge planning based on the needs and goals of the consumer.
  • Educate consumers and other staff members about your role as a peer support.
  • Able to function autonomously and analyze and solve moderately complicated problems.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required. 
  • Certified Peer Specialist or Certified Recovery Specialist certification is preferred. 
  • Minimum of two years of sobriety/recovery is required.
  • College-level coursework in a human service field preferred. 
  • Associates or Bachelor’s degree in human service field preferred. 
  • Have lived experience and a self-disclosed primary mental health diagnosis or having experienced the recovery process, and willing to share drug and alcohol experiences to the benefit of consumers served. 
  • Basic understanding of mental health and co-occurring disorder conditions or substance use that interfere with the activities of daily living and mental health wellness. 
  • Progressed in own recovery and have basic understanding of the recovery principles: Hope, Personal Responsibility, Empowerment Skills, Self-Advocacy, Educational Opportunities, and the importance of using personal and community Supports. 
  • Able to articulate to consumers, families, and to interested stakeholders that peer support is a non-clinical service to promote recovery wellness. 
  • Entry-level competency using a computer, including email use and Microsoft Word.

    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
    HELPFUL: Pennsylvania State Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) training completion 

     

    HELPFUL: Maintain Peer Specialist Certification with appropriate continuing education credits 

     

    HELPFUL: Wellness Recovery Action Plan Facilitation Training Certificate 

     

    HELPFUL: CPR & First Aide Certification 

     

    HELPFUL: Forensic Peer Specialist training

     

    HELPFUL: Crisis training


    ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Pay range

$19.40–$30.14 / hr

Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.

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# Peer Navigator - ST Health Internal Medicine Recovery Engagement Program (IM-REP)

- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Behavioral Health
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: University of Pittsburgh Physicians
- Pay: $19.40–$30.14 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-03-20T16:45:16.18Z

## Description

**University of Pittsburgh Physicians is hiring a Full-Time Peer Navigator to help support the ST Health Internal Medicine Recovery Engagement Program (IM-REP).**

**Hours:**Monday-Friday, daylight.
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Shift and schedule

  • Shift

    Day Job

  • Hours

    Full-Time

  • Workplace

    On-site

Where you’ll work

Pittsburgh, PA

A city of bridges, neighborhoods and world-class medicine. Affordable living, a booming health sector, and Pepper Health facilities across the metro — from our flagship Shadyside campus to a home-health network covering every borough.

About working in Pittsburgh
  • Pepper Health Shadyside
  • Pepper Health Passavant
  • Pepper Health Children's
  • Pepper Health Rehab Services
  • Pepper Health at Home

Benefits

Benefits from day one

  • Day-one health coverage

    Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.

  • Tuition & certifications

    Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.

  • Retirement with match

    403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.

  • PTO & wellbeing days

    Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.

  • Ladders & residencies

    Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.

  • Family support

    Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.

Stories

From people in this role

Devin R., Lead MRI Technologist

Allied health at Pepper is a career, not just a job. Certifications paid, cross-training encouraged, and a clear ladder from tech to lead.

Devin R.Lead MRI Technologist — joined as a tech

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. Care Coordinator

  2. Licensed Clinician (LSW/LPC)

  3. Senior Clinician — LCSW

  4. Program Supervisor

  5. Behavioral Health Director

FAQ

Questions people ask about this role

About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?

Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.

About this roleDo you support continuing education?

Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.

About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?

Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.

About this roleWhat does advancement look like?

Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.

Application process

What happens after you apply

  1. Apply

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    Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.

  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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