Peer Recovery Specialist Internship Program

As a PRS Intern at On Our Own, you will gain valuable experience:

• Connecting individuals to community support resources

• Providing individual peer support

• Helping individuals navigate the mental health/ substance use and physical health systems

• Empowering others through the teaching of self-advocacy skills

• Receiving and giving support founded upon mutual respect

• Encouraging others to work through fear to the pursuit of their personal goals and aspirations

• Aiding others in the development of their wellness and action plans

• Assisting in our Harm Reduction and Street Outreach programs

• Providing support to our peer recovery groups

PRS Interns are valued members of the On Our Own team, and collaborate in a supportive environment that encourages multiple pathways to recovery. They work under the supervision of the Program Supervisor and On Our Own Peer Recovery Specialists. To apply, contact us by email: jenni@onourowncville.org.

Internship location: Charlottesville VA
Flexible Hours: Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm

This is a volunteer/ unpaid internship

Please note that candidates must complete their 72-hour DBHDS PRS Training prior to application. For more information on the process of becoming a PRS, visit the Virginia Peer Recovery Specialist Portal.