ACT Certified Peer Specialist – 4-Day Week Option

Mental Health Resources Inc; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Language proficiency bonus - $1000

Clinical supervision toward LICSW/LCSW

In-house orientation & training

Provided iPhone, laptop, and Wi‑Fi

Health insurance (family coverage)

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid holidays and PTO

Annual merit-based raises

Weekday daytime hours

Tobacco-free workplace

Job summary

Mental Health Resources, Inc. in Minneapolis, MN is seeking an Assertive Community Treatment Certified Peer Specialist for Hennepin County.

This full-time role supports recovery through strengths‑based education, skills coaching, and community engagement with person‑centered planning. The position offers a 4‑day work week option and language-proficiency bonuses, plus supervision toward licensure, health insurance, and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old and have a primary mental illness diagnosis.
• Current or former consumer of mental health services and certified.
• Must complete DHS-approved training and certification exam.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized service plans with each person to promote independent community living.
• Monitor medication adherence plans and support implementation as needed.
• Collaborate with family and significant others to support recovery.
• Advocate for clients’ rights and privacy per procedures.
• Provide coaching and self-advocacy to promote wellness and resilience.
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings and ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain confidentiality per MHR policies and document timely.

Education

DHS-approved Certified Peer Specialist training and certification

Mental Health Practitioner level per Minnesota Statute 245.462

6000 hours of supervised experience in peer services

4000 hours supervised experience + 2000 peer services hours

Job description

Mental Health Resources, Inc. in Minneapolis, MN is seeking an Assertive Community Treatment Certified Peer Specialist for Hennepin County.

This full-time role supports recovery through strengths‑based education, skills coaching, and community engagement with person‑centered planning. The position offers a 4‑day work week option and language-proficiency bonuses, plus supervision toward licensure, health insurance, and retirement benefits.