Lead Peer Support Specialist

Overview

Join our dedicated team as a Lead Peer Support Specialist and become a vital catalyst for recovery and resilience within our community. In this dynamic role, you will lead peer support initiatives, mentor fellow peer specialists, and serve as a compassionate advocate for individuals navigating behavioral health challenges. Your personal recovery experience combined with your expertise will empower clients to achieve their goals and foster hope. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference while advancing your leadership skills in a supportive environment committed to mental health and substance use recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support and mentorship to colleagues, fostering a collaborative and empowering team environment
• Lead crisis management efforts by implementing crisis intervention techniques and de-escalation strategies during client emergencies
• Share personal recovery experiences to inspire hope and motivate clients toward positive change
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized recovery plans that incorporate harm reduction and client-centered approaches
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client information in accordance with privacy laws and organizational policies
• Advocate for clients’ needs by connecting them with community resources, social services, and culturally sensitive support networks
• Utilize Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems accurately to document client interactions, progress notes, and service plans

Requirements

• Proven lived experience with behavioral health conditions, substance use disorders, or co-occurring disorders, with the ability to share recovery stories effectively
• Demonstrated expertise in crisis management, crisis intervention, and harm reduction strategies
• Strong understanding of mental health counseling, addiction counseling, social work principles, and peer support advocacy
• Experience working with culturally diverse communities and sensitivity to various cultural perspectives on mental health and recovery
• Ability to mentor peers, foster teamwork, and lead by example in high-pressure situations
• Excellent communication skills for client engagement, team collaboration, and community outreach
• Commitment to maintaining client confidentiality in all interactions and documentation processes

This role is ideal for passionate individuals eager to lead by example in the field of behavioral health. If you are motivated by helping others overcome challenges through shared lived experience, we invite you to join us in making a lasting impact!

Pay: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour

Work Location: In person