Peer Professionals: Working at Kyros
At Kyros, we recognize the invaluable role peer recovery specialists play in removing barriers to substance use disorder recovery. Having a shared lived experience makes them unique and necessary assets in the battle against this epidemic. However, all too often their commitment to helping others is not matched with a fulfilling employment experience.
We believe it’s time for that to change. That’s why we’re on a mission to create professional opportunities for peer recovery specialists that are both rewarding and fulfilling. Through our platform, we offer an employment experience with purpose, where peers can have the meaningful impact and enjoy the professionalized pay scale they deserve.
At Kyros, we’re dedicated to providing:
Evidence-based training
Peer resources
Support to help Peers succeed both personally and professionally
If you or someone you know is a peer recovery specialist (or wants to become one!) and is looking for an employment experience that matches their commitment to strengthening the recovery community, Kyros is here for you.
Welcome to Kyros!
Meet Dr. Mara Glantz, Vice President of Clinical Services at Kyros – and discover what it means to work as a Peer on the Kyros team.
Kyros vs. The Traditional Approach
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Us
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Them
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Wages
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Average of $22.50/hour
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Average of $18/hour
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Hours/Scheduling
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Flexible hours available through multiple partner program placements
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Flexible hours limited to program need
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Professional development
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Career advancement opportunities through credentialing, recovery community networking events, continuing education opportunities, promotional opportunities, mentorship support provided by supervisors and lead peers
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Credentialing advancement available through state-by-state
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Technological Resources
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Access to recovery management platform that consolidates administrative tasks into one portal, sponsorships for laptops and other tech needed for providing care
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Peers working through other organizations may have access to technological resources through said organization
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Continuing Education
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Kyros-provided continuing education opportunities, partner-provided CE options, dedicated resources provided by state
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Organization-provided resources, community continuing education opportunities available through personal finding
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Peer Services You Will Provide
Client Education
Housing
Employment
Life Skills
Recovery
Client Advocacy
CPS
Housing
School
Probation
Employment
Client Mentoring
Self-Disclosure
Provide Support
Attending Recovery And Other Support Groups With Client
12-Step Groups
Celebrate Recovery
Assisting With Accessing Resources
Employment
Financial Aid
Housing
Driver’s Diversion Program
Food Shelf
Clothing
Parenting Skills
Mental Health Disability
Providing Transportation
Medical Appointments
Court
Job Interviews
Meetings
Accompanying Client To Appointments That Support Recovery
Treatment Services/Uas
Legal
Medical
Mental Health Services
Job Interviews
“Working as a Peer Provider has created profound purpose in my own healing journey. This work allows me to reach others through my experiences, and truly impact the lives of those I work with.”