Overview
Join our dedicated team as an Intensive Peer Support Specialist and become a vital catalyst for recovery and resilience within our community. In this role, you will leverage your lived experience and professional training (2-3 Yrs of MH and/or SUD) to provide compassionate, empowering support to individuals navigating mental health challenges, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions. Your energetic and motivational approach will foster hope, promote recovery, and help clients develop the skills needed for lasting wellness. This paid position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference while working in a dynamic, supportive environment committed to cultural inclusivity and client-centered care.
Duties
- Provide peer-led support to individuals experiencing mental health conditions, substance use issues, or co-occurring disorders through one-on-one mentoring and group facilitation.
- Utilize crisis management skills to de-escalate situations, ensuring safety and stability for clients during challenging moments.
- Share personal recovery experiences to inspire hope and demonstrate the possibility of positive change.
- Employ motivational interviewing techniques to motivate clients toward goal setting and behavior change.
- Collaborate with clinical teams to develop individualized recovery plans that incorporate harm reduction strategies and client preferences.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of client information in accordance with privacy laws and ethical standards.
- Advocate for clients’ needs by connecting them with community resources, social services, and support networks aligned with their goals.
- PDP development
- 12 hr face to face weekly per youth assigned
- 3 hr administrative 3 hr video and/or telephone
Skills
- Strong crisis intervention abilities combined with behavioral health expertise to respond effectively in high-pressure situations.
- Deep understanding of mental health counseling principles, addiction counseling, and social work practices.
- Experience working with culturally diverse communities, demonstrating sensitivity and adaptability in varied cultural contexts.
- Proven ability to work with individuals experiencing substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions using evidence-based approaches like harm reduction.
- Excellent client communication skills, including active listening, empathy, and sharing personal recovery stories responsibly.
- Knowledge of motivational interviewing techniques to facilitate client engagement and motivation for change.
- Commitment to maintaining client confidentiality while advocating for peer support principles in all interactions.
This role is paid — recognizing the value of your lived experience as a powerful tool for healing — and offers an inspiring environment where your passion for recovery can truly flourish. If you’re energetic, compassionate, and eager to empower others on their journey toward wellness, we want to hear from you!
Pay: $20.00 - $55.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Midland, TX 79707
