Top 7 Peer mentor Jobs in Connecticut

Peer to Peer Mentor
The Kennedy Collective Inc —Bridgeport, CT
- Part-time
- Addiction Medicine
- Working with individuals with disabilities
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Peer Recovery Coach
Apex Community Care —Waterbury, CT
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Addiction Medicine
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Recovery Support Specialist - PT 16 hrs. Saturday and Sunday 3PM -11PM New Haven Halfway House
CONTINUUM OF CARE INC —New Haven, CT
- $20.92 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Sanitation
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Peer Recovery Specialist - New Haven
Marrakech, Inc. —New Haven, CT
- $17.85 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Entry level
- Profit sharing
- Paid training
Recovery Support Specialist (Part-time) (Office/On-site)
State of Connecticut - Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services —Stamford, CT
- $26.38 - $35.77 an hour
- Part-time
- Acute care
- Hospital
- Pass drug screening
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Recovery Engagement Specialist
Mountainside Treatment Center —Canaan, CT
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Addiction Medicine
- Salesforce
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Recovery Support Specialist - FT 40 hrs. Monday - Friday 4PM -12AM Marks Walk
CONTINUUM OF CARE INC —New Haven, CT
- $20.92 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Sanitation
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Peer to Peer Mentor

The Kennedy Collective Inc -
Bridgeport, CT

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Job Details

Part-time

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Computer operation
Working with individuals with disabilities
Professional ethics
Client rapport building
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Productivity software
Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description

Description:

If you are looking to make an impact through a meaningful and rewarding career, we are currently seeking talented, creative, and committed people who share our values of Challenging the Status Quo, Building Community, Creating Purpose, and Ensuring Inclusion by fostering individuals’ development, well-being, and growth.

Benefits:

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
Generous PTO
401k
Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program

About the Role

The Peer Mentor supports individuals experiencing mental health challenges to pursue and keep competitive employment. Using lived experience in a professional, recovery-oriented way, the Peer Mentor partners with Employment Specialists to build hope, confidence, and practical skills—while honoring each person’s preferences, strengths, and choice.

Part Time

15-hours/week

Schedule TBD

Duties and Responsibilities:

Build respectful, trusting relationships with participants and support person-directed goals
Collaborate with Employment Specialists and the treatment team to support individualized employment plans
Support job seekers with identifying transferable skills, exploring careers/education, and building effective work habits
Provide mentoring and job coaching (before and after job start) to support retention and workplace success
Support participants in navigating workplace challenges, including disclosure and requesting reasonable accommodations
Co-Facilitate groups/workshops (e.g., communication, budgeting, stress management, problem-solving, interview practice)
Conduct outreach and program promotion to increase referrals and community awareness
Connect participants to community resources (transportation, benefits support, housing, mental health/addiction services)
Complete intakes, wellness planning, and timely documentation in the electronic case record
Participate in training, supervision, and team meetings to maintain IPS model fidelity
Assist with job development activities.
Work as an integral member of each individual’s team.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

Lived experience with mental health challenges and recovery, with readiness to use that experience authentically, professionally and ethically
High School Diploma/Completion or GED required
Strong communication skills; ability to build rapport and maintain appropriate boundaries
Ability to work independently, manage time, and meet documentation expectations
Comfort providing community-based services and traveling locally
One year of experience facilitating support groups and/or providing individual supports for people with psychiatric disabilities.
Understand the vocational challenges and issues facing individuals with psychiatric disabilities.
Must have a work history and strong work ethic.
Must be willing to serve as a role model.
Valid Drivers License.
Reliable means of transportation for accessing community
Knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office and the internet.
Work a flexible schedule that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

Physical Requirements:

Move weights up to 15 pounds on an occasional basis.

The Kennedy Collective invests in the success of all new employees by providing an immersive new hire orientation and training experience. Here’s what you can expect if you’re hired:

Two-week new hire orientation including an introduction to the agency, site tours, and employer-funded CPR & PMT certification.
Two weeks of job-specific trainings and shadowing at your worksite
Check-ins with Human Resources after your first 30, 60, and 90 days

The Kennedy Collective is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and the individuals we serve.

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