Peer Support Specialist

Nichols College; Dudley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Nichols College is seeking a Peer Support Specialist for part-time engagement in crisis intervention. The role involves leading outreach efforts and supporting individuals post-crisis, emphasizing training and appropriate certifications. Ideal candidates have personal experience in recovery and relevant field experience, contributing to a supportive and effective response team.

Benefits

NJ Earned Sick Leave

Time and one half paid for agency-paid holidays

Training opportunities throughout the year

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of continuous recovery from SMI or SUD diagnosis.
• One year of field experience working with community individuals.
• Participation in DMHAS approved training programs required.

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement and provide non-clinical assistance to consumers.
• Conduct assessments, safety planning, and follow-up care.
• Work as part of a crisis response team.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Peer-to-peer support

Education

Certification from CRSP, CPRS, NCPRSS or similar

Job description

and the job listing Expires on June 30, 2025

Position Type

Part Time

Job Shift

Any

Peer Support Specialists will be expected to take the lead on engagement and may also conduct non-clinical assistance by providing support to consumers after the initial crisis has been resolved. Peer Specialists will be required to demonstrate competency in providing peer-to-peer support prior to rendering services independently.

The 988 Program provides 24/7 mobile community outreach services to adults in crisis, including mental health, substance use, and suicidal emergencies. Staff dispatch to crises in teams of two, with a Crisis Response Specialist and a Peer Support Specialist, to provide assessment, risk assessment, safety planning, linkage to services, and follow-up care. The Program aims to provide crisis de-escalation without use of law enforcement unless necessary for consumer or team safety.

Hours:

Part time; various shifts

This position has the following benefits:

• NJ Earned Sick Leave
• Time and one half paid for time worked on 9 Agency-paid holidays
• Training opportunities provided throughout the year

Education/Experience:

Must be trained in crisis intervention and are expected to have at least 2 years of continuous recovery from an SMI or SUD diagnosis and at least one year of field experience working with community individuals. Peer Support Specialists will be required to participate in DMHAS approved de-escalation, mental health crisis, substance use crisis, and suicide training. They must possess a certification from at least one of the following credentialing entities: Addiction Professional Certification Board as a Certified Recovery Support Practitioner (CRSP) or a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS), Mental Health Association in New Jersey as a Certified Recovery Support Practitioner (CRSP); NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals as a National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS), Certified Wellness Coach, or Community Mental Health Associate certificate.

Your driver’s license must be in good standing, with no recent suspensions or violations of careless/reckless driving or excessive speeding of more than 20 MPH, and no more than 2 moving violations within the last 3 years.

Legacy Treatment Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.