Top 176 Peer support specialists Jobs in Belmont, Ma

Peer Specialist (Mental Health Services)
Vinfen —Allston, MA
- $23.91 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Psychiatry
- Paid training
- Referral program
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Peer Specialist (Mental Health Services)
Vinfen —Boston, MA
- $23.33 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Psychiatry
- Addiction Medicine
- Adults
- 403(b) matching
- Mileage reimbursement
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Peer Support Specialist (Mental Health Services)
Vinfen —Allston, MA
- $23.00 - $23.91 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Psychiatry
- Paid training
- Referral program
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Peer Support Specialist
NORTH SUFFOLK COMMUNITY SERVICES INC —Boston, MA
- $47,500 a year
- Multiple hires
- Spanish
- Addiction Medicine
- Hospital
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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PACT Peer Specialist (Per Diem)
Ellenhorn LLC —Arlington, MA
- $32 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Adults
- HIPAA
Peer Facilitator
FENWAY HEALTH —Boston, MA
- $21.54 - $25.95 an hour
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
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Mental Health Specialist Community Reintegration Unit
The McLean Hospital Corporation —Belmont, MA
- $22.40 - $29.73 an hour
- Part-time
- Inventory management
- Inpatient
- High school diploma or GED
- Opportunities for advancement
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Mental Health Specialist - Neuropsychiatry Unit
The McLean Hospital Corporation —Belmont, MA
- $22.40 - $29.73 an hour
- Part-time
- Inpatient
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Opportunities for advancement
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Public Health Advocate II (Outreach)
Boston Public Health Commission —Boston, MA
- $1,027.36 - $1,202.52 a week
- Full-time
- Acute care
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Recovery Coach
Boston Medical Center —Boston, MA
- $25.48 - $37.02 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Excel
- Addiction Medicine
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
4d
Mental Health Specialist-Substance Use Disorder
The McLean Hospital Corporation —Belmont, MA
- $22.40 - $29.73 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Epic
- Opportunities for advancement
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4d
Recovery Coach - Recovery Support Services
NORTH SUFFOLK COMMUNITY SERVICES INC —Boston, MA
- $51,300 - $61,255 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Recovery Coach Coordinator/Peer Advocate
NORTH SUFFOLK COMMUNITY SERVICES INC —Boston, MA
- $56,340 - $67,272 a year
- Addiction Medicine
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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8d
Public Health Advocate II (Outreach 5 AM - 1 PM)
Boston Public Health Commission —Boston, MA
- $1,027.36 - $1,202.52 a week
- Full-time
- Acute care
- Bilingual
- Clean driving record
Mental Health Specialist - Short Term Unit: Depression & Anxiety
The McLean Hospital Corporation —Belmont, MA
- $22.40 - $29.73 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Opportunities for advancement
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14d
Peer Specialist - Program for Assertive Community Treatment
Riverside Community Care —Needham, MA
- $22.49 - $23.56 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Reliable transportation
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Recovery Coach - ACCS
Eliot Community Human Services —Malden, MA
- $22.77 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Adults
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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RSC Recovery Coach
Saint Francis House Inc —Boston, MA
- $24.23 - $26.66 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Addiction Medicine
- Adults
- 403(b) matching
- Disability insurance
Peer Specialist
NORTH SUFFOLK COMMUNITY SERVICES INC —Chelsea, MA
- $47,500 - $51,300 a year
- Full-time
- Addiction Medicine
- Hospital
- Driver's License
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Family Partner - ACCS
Eliot Community Human Services —Lexington, MA
- $22.77 an hour
- Adults
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Peer Specialist (Mental Health Services)

Vinfen -
Allston, MA

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Job Details

Full-time
$23.91 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Referral program

Qualifications

Safe work practices
Computer operation
Copy machines
Maintenance
Assisting with ADLs
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Van driving
Computer skills

Full Job Description

Job Title: Peer Support Specialist (Mental Health Services)
Company: Vinfen
Location: Allston, MA
Pay: $23.33
Schedule: Monday - 40 Hours Per week

Certified Peer Specialist - Required within 6 - 12 months of hire.

The ACCS Peer Specialist promotes the engagement, hope and the full integration and functioning of Persons Served (PS) needed to live successfully in the community. Provides Peer Support Services; helps PS explore their options and gain the confidence, skills, and resources needed to succeed in goals.

Required Certifications:
CPR is required within the first two weeks of hire.
First Aid is required within two weeks of hire.
Required Credentials/Licenses:
Certified Peer Specialist credential required within 12 months of hire.

Typical Requirements:
Personal, first-hand experience (not just having a friend or family member) being a recipient of the mental health system, which encompasses experiences such as psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, outpatient services/therapy, experience with psychiatric medications, and/or participating in mental health groups in the community.

While a formal mental health diagnosis is not required, involvement with mental health services must be related to experience with mental health, emotional health and/or trauma resulting in significant life disruption.

Preferred /Required Education:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training.

Important job exceptions:

All Peer Specialists may not be involved with or trained in Medication Administration Program (MAP); perform any duties related to a PS Representative Payee ship, and any documentation performed must be in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics standards.

The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed
below:

Implements Peer Support-oriented Treatment Plan interventions with PS.
Shares personal experiences; provides support, education, and advocacy to PS, especially at times of service and life transitions; for example, being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges – particularly for young adults and elders.
Engage PS in non-directive and supportive relationships that promote empowerment and self-learning.
Assists PS in linking to other community services and build Recovery and support networks outside the service system – both actual and electronic, including services and networks for people with co-occurring disorders for mutual help and Recovery support groups.
Facilitates Peer Support groups. Connects PS with both psychiatric conditions and substance use/addiction to recovery tools and resources.
Provides information and training on recovery and self-management plans and strategies – including facilitating the PSs completion of a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) individually or in a group.
Promotes initial and sustained engagement of PS. Maintains close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS.
Promotes healthcare and employment services access for PS.
Promotes engagement, safe housing, community tenure, achievement of greater self-sufficiency and successful completion of service for all PS.
Helps maximize choices available to PS as well as their self-determination and participation and decision-making in the planning, delivery and evaluation of their treatment, care coordination, and support services.
Assists PS in strengthening relationships with chosen family and friends.
Helps PS develop self-advocacy skills, individually or in groups.
Provides on-going problem solving, skill training, and side-by-side support to help PSs improve their daily living skills and abilities. Model effective coping techniques and self-help strategies for PS.
Teaches and consults with ACCS staff to reinforce and improve their understanding of recovery values, person-centered language, and the perspectives of Persons Served and to use processes and strategies conducive to recovery.
Use recovery-oriented, person-centered, motivational interviewing, harm- reduction, Housing First, Stages of Change, Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP); trauma-informed, culturally competent, and strengths-based approaches to help PS think through their current life circumstances compared to their hopes and plans for the future.
Visits all GLE and SIE settings regularly to provide Peer Support.
Facilitates Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) groups.
Engages as a member of the Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup, for continuous role competency development and learning.
Completes any needed documentation only in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist training standards.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Driving Requirements:
Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or a personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.

Physical Effort:
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position.
Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift.
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer.
Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways.

Ability to assist PS with tasks of daily living.

Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed.

Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility.

Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with PS, staff, and external representatives.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Why Join Vinfen

Competitive pay and consistent schedule
Career growth in nonprofit and human services
Paid training and certification support (CPR, First Aid, MAP)
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community

Pay: $23.91 per hour

Benefits:

Referral program

Experience:

Residential Counselor or Similar: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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