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Jermaine Hines, MHPS, RSPS

Jermaine Hines is a dedicated recovery leader, facilitator, and advocate who brings creativity, compassion, and lived experience to his role as Marketing & Community Coordinator at RecoveryPeople. Based in El Paso, Jermaine holds certifications as a Mental Health Peer Specialist (MHPS), Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS), and Certified Recovery Housing Manager. His professional background spans both peer-run and clinical recovery environments, giving him a unique perspective on the continuum of care and the power of collaboration.

Jermaine has played an active role in advancing the peer workforce through statewide training and leadership initiatives. He began his journey in the inaugural TROHN Fellowship class in 2022, completing the Fundamentals of Being a Recovery House Manager program. The following year, he joined the first Training of Facilitators class, expanding his capacity to mentor and empower others in the field. By 2024, Jermaine became the first RecoveryPeople Texas consultant trainer to lead both the Fundamentals of Being a Recovery House Manager and Family Recovery Support classes. In 2025, he reached another milestone as the first TROHN and RecoveryPeople trainer to facilitate the Mental Health Peer Specialist training.

In his current role, Jermaine supports the growth of the Peer-to-Career program through storytelling, education, and community engagement – building bridges between peer professionals, employers, and organizations across Texas. A passionate public speaker, he also serves as Master of Ceremonies for numerous recovery community events, including the El Paso Big Texas Rally for Recovery, where he helps celebrate and elevate the voices of lived experience.

Guided by his favorite Carl Rogers quote – “The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.”- Jermaine approaches his work and life with authenticity, openness, and a deep respect for personal growth. Outside of work, he enjoys adventure dining, hiking, and creative writing as ways to nurture wellness and self-discovery.