Southern Highlands Community Mental Health Center (SHCMHC)
Full-Time
The PRSS – Crisis provides recovery-oriented peer support to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises. Using lived experience, this role supports stabilization, engagement in services, and connection to community resources while working alongside the crisis team.
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Provide emotional support during crises
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Assist with coping strategies and recovery planning
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Support engagement in services and follow-up care
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Collaborate with crisis team while maintaining peer role
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Assist with transitions between levels of care
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Connect individuals to community resources
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Complete documentation in EHR
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Maintain professional boundaries and follow agency policies
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Must have lived experience in recovery (mental health and/or substance use)
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
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Ability to work flexible/non-traditional hours
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Experience in behavioral health or crisis settings
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Knowledge of recovery and community resources
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Peer Certification required or obtained within 6 months (WVCBAPP recognized)
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Must maintain certification and obtain NPI
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Adherence to WVCBAPP and SHCMHC Code of Ethics
