Overview
Join our dedicated team as a Certified Peer Support Specialist and become a vital advocate for individuals navigating mental health challenges and co-occurring disorders. In this empowering role, you will leverage your lived experience and professional training to provide compassionate support, foster recovery, and promote resilience. Your enthusiasm and authentic connection will inspire hope and facilitate positive change in the lives of those you serve. This paid position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in behavioral health.
Duties
- Offer peer-led support to individuals experiencing mental health conditions, addiction issues, or co-occurring disorders through active listening, encouragement, and mentorship
- Assist clients in developing personalized recovery plans, utilizing motivational interviewing techniques to promote motivation and goal setting
- Provide crisis intervention and crisis management during urgent situations, ensuring safety and appropriate follow-up care
- Educate clients about harm reduction strategies, mental health management, and available community resources
- Document interactions and progress using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems with accuracy and confidentiality
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans and ensure holistic support for clients
- Advocate for clients’ needs within healthcare systems, social services, and community organizations
Qualifications
- Certified Peer Support Specialist credential required, with lived experience related to mental health or substance use recovery
- Demonstrated skills in crisis intervention, crisis management, and behavioral health support
- Knowledge of mental health counseling techniques, addiction counseling, harm reduction strategies, and motivational interviewing
- Experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders or mental health conditions preferred
- Strong mentoring abilities with a compassionate approach to supporting others’ recovery journeys
- Familiarity with social work principles and the use of Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems for documentation
- Excellent communication skills to build trust and foster positive relationships with diverse populations
Embark on a rewarding career that champions recovery, resilience, and empowerment. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where your lived experience can truly make a difference!
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ewing, NJ 08628
