Peer Support Specialist

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Peer Specialist is to assist clients affected by mental and physical health and/or substance use concerns in achieving their desired life outcomes. The PS provides all services in a person-centered, trauma-informed care, and culturally and linguistically appropriate manner. The PS acts as a model of recovery by sharing their lived experience to bring hope and engages clients by providing education, advocacy, and/or outreach. The PS is advanced in their recovery and is willing and able to share their recovery story in a positive, motivational manner.

About the Role

The PS works collaboratively with a treatment team to support each client's whole health and recovery goals. The PS performs their job duties in the community and/or clinic. Regular, predictable attendance is considered to be an essential requirement for this position. Other duties may be assigned. May require a flexible work schedule.

Requirements

• Current and valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Certified Peer Provider, Mental Health Peer Specialist (MHPS).
• Bilingual in Spanish.
• One year of direct client care experience in mental health.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Skills

• Person-centered, trauma-informed care.
• Culturally and linguistically appropriate services.
• Recovery-focused approach.
• Advocacy and education skills.
• Collaboration with treatment teams.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Generous vacation/holiday/sick leave.
• Life and Short-term/Long-term Disability Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 403(b) retirement account.
• Gold's Gym membership discount.
• Mileage reimbursement.

Pay

$21.66 an hour.

Schedule

Full-Time. Workdays: Monday - Friday. Workhours: 8:00AM - 5:00PM (some flexibility permissible).

Why Join Us

Integral Care has proudly served Travis County residents for the past 50 years. As the largest provider of behavioral health services in Travis County, we are dedicated to improving the lives of adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, you will find rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us, and together we can help improve the quality of life for the people we serve.