Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Certified Peer Support Specialist to empower individuals navigating mental health challenges and substance use disorders. In this vital role, you will serve as a compassionate advocate and mentor, sharing your personal recovery journey to inspire hope and resilience. Your expertise in behavioral health, crisis management, and recovery peer support will foster a supportive environment where clients feel understood, respected, and motivated to pursue their wellness goals. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of diverse communities through authentic connection and peer advocacy.
Duties
- Provide peer support by sharing personal recovery experiences to motivate clients and foster hope.
- Assist individuals with mental health conditions and co-occurring disorders in developing coping strategies and recovery plans.
- Conduct crisis intervention and crisis management to ensure client safety during emotional or behavioral emergencies.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care, utilizing Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems for documentation and communication.
- Support clients in harm reduction techniques and addiction counseling strategies tailored to their unique needs.
- Engage with culturally diverse communities, respecting individual backgrounds while promoting inclusive recovery practices.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of client information in accordance with privacy regulations and ethical standards.
Experience
- Proven experience working with individuals facing mental health conditions, substance use disorders, or co-occurring disorders.
- Demonstrated ability in crisis management, crisis intervention, and behavioral health support.
- Strong mentoring skills with a focus on peer support advocacy and client communication.
- Knowledge of harm reduction principles, addiction counseling, social work practices, and recovery-oriented approaches.
- Experience working with culturally diverse populations to ensure respectful, personalized care delivery.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems for documentation and case tracking.
- Personal experience sharing recovery journeys is highly valued, emphasizing authenticity and empathy in client interactions.
Join us in transforming lives through compassionate peer support! This role is ideal for energetic individuals committed to fostering hope, resilience, and recovery within their communities while advancing their careers in behavioral health services.
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
