Peer Support Specialist

Core Responsibilities

• Deliver peer sessions that normalize challenges, instill hope, and reinforce therapeutic progress.
• Meet individuals where they are, helping those who feel hesitant find their own internal reasons for engagement.
• Lead virtual groups focused on wellbeing tools and psycho-education.
• Escalate to crisis protocols to assess safety and initiate clinical handoffs to psychotherapists when necessary.

Who We Need

• A current and unrestricted peer support certification (e.g., CPS-MH or state equivalent).
• Certified Older Adult Peer Specialist (COAPS) or Digital Certified Older Adult Peer Support Specialists (D-COAPS) a plus.
• Personal history of anxiety and/or depression that you can leverage to instill hope.
• Health-tech experience is a plus.
• An authentic commitment to meeting every patient with curiosity and respect, ensuring those from marginalized backgrounds feel genuinely seen.
• A strong interest in supporting adults 65+ with patience and awareness of their unique medical and generational needs.
• Experience leading peer or educational groups is a plus.
• Comfort with digital platforms and a methodical approach to troubleshooting hiccups with patience.

What we offer

• Paid training, meetings, and no show fees.
• A flexible, remote schedule within clinic hours (Monday-Friday 9:00-5:00pm EST).
• The chance to collaborate with experts and shape the future of AI in mental healthcare.
• A supportive clinical environment with direct access to supervision during business hours.
• Optional (unpaid) case-consultation meetings to meet with the broader team and supervisors.
• Optional (unpaid) training provided by clinical staff to enhance your skills as a PSS.
• A culture that values autonomy, integrity, and your unique lived experience.