Peer Support Specialist

About the role

The Peer Support Specialist role involves providing direct services to individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, or trauma challenges, utilizing personal recovery experience to support others. Candidates must have a personal commitment to recovery, completed an 80-hour Peer Support Learning training (or equivalent), and possess current behavioral intervention techniques. Ideal candidates are committed to compassionate, person-centered care, fostering hope and empowerment in clients.

Responsibilities

• Guiding clients through recovery
• Sharing personal experiences
• Promoting wellness and resilience

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Lived experience with mental health or substance use issues
• Completion of required training within specified timeframes

Benefits

• Health coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Scholarships
• Supervision for licensure

Pay

Competitive pay.

Schedule

Part-time, morning schedule.