Peer Support (Part-time)

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain regular appointments with residents at Joshua Glover or in the community to assist in developing a viable plan for re-entering the community by establishing pro-social relationships and providing positive role-modeling.
• Empower residents to resolve current issues and to develop coping strategies for the future.
• Instill good work and personal hygiene habits in residents.
• Motivate residents to follow program expectations and house rules by using motivational incentives to reinforce positive behaviors/achievements.
• Aid in transporting residents to appointments and approved community events.
• Monitor residents' activities when taking them in the community.
• Assist with new resident's intake and orientation.
• Provide a model for a healthy, trusting relationship for consumers.
• Facilitate Monthly House Meetings
• Facilitate a group.
• Offer individual check-ins with residents.
• Submit sign-in sheets and documentation for all activities with the residents.
• Provide feedback on additional activities to offer the residents.
• Occasionally perform pop-ins when off duty.

Job Qualifications

• Minimal Qualifications:
• Must have a Peer Support Specialist Certification.
• Must clear Caregiver and Background checks, physical exam, and drug screen prior to hire.
• Must have valid driver’s license. Insured automobile preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and in a positive manner with staff and residents.
• Ability to de-escalate crisis situations.
• Sensitivity toward cultural, ethnic, and disability issues.
• Ability to learn evidence-based best practices and apply skills learned to all residents interactions.