Job Description

PEER SUPPORT/RECOVERY SPECIALIST OPPORTUNITY- FULL-TIME (8AM-8PM) (5/2 Split - alternating weekends)

Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare is a 120 bed capacity behavioral health facility that provides psychiatric services. We specialize in treatment for adults, children and adolescents. Brentwood Behavioral offers both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services. Located in Flowood, MS, in Rankin County with close proximity to Hinds and Madison Counties, our outpatient services are within driving distance to many surrounding areas. We help individuals and families achieve optimal mental health, resulting in improved quality of life. Our dedicated team of professionals provides individualized treatment, meeting the personal needs of our customers in a safe and nurturing environment. Visit our website @

Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare is seeking a dynamic and talented Full-time Peer Support/Recovery Specialist. (8AM-8PM) (5/2 Split - alternating weekends). 

The Peer Recovery Specialists will work with other providers to ensure implementation of the Individualized service plan (with active patient involvement) through appropriate linkages, referrals, coordination, follow-up to needed support services, and direct care services. Specific activities include: assisting patient in their community, follow-up care to assess adherence to medical recommendations, assisting patients with travel in reaching important meetings and appointment as indicated in the treatment plan, and assisting patients with managing their multiple health issues. Through an integrated approach, the Peer Support Specialist utilizes their own experiences to offer individuals assistance in achieving stability and obtaining and maintaining the level of coping and basic life skills that is consistent with their treatment goals.  Peer Recovery Support Services are an evidence-based model of care which consists of a qualified peer support provider who assists individuals with their recovery. Peer Recovery Specialists may deliver services in-person or through telemedicine or audio-only.

Benefit Highlights

• · Challenging and rewarding work environment
• · Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• · Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• · 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• · SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• · Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries

Minimum:  Highschool diploma or equivalent. 1-2 years experience in a mental health field (psychiatric/inpatient or outpatient setting), residential or group home setting. 

Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Mental Health related field and two years of experience in the mental health field (psychiatric/inpatient or outpatient setting). 1-2 years experience in a psychiatric or CD inpatient, residential or group home setting. 

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $13.4 billion in 2022. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 94,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

EEO Statement

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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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