Behavioral Health Peer Support Advocate

Mindpeace; Hamilton, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retirement plan with employer match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Educational loan forgiveness

Tuition discount

Leadership development

Tech/PC loan

Referral bonus

Job summary

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is seeking a compassionate Peer Support Specialist to provide meaningful support to clients with behavioral health needs. You will use lived experience to guide clients through services, advocate for their goals, and help them access resources.

A collaborative clinical team will support your efforts as you build strong, confidential relationships. You will travel within the community to partner sites, work with families, and participate in team meetings

Qualifications

• Lived experience with behavioral health challenges and/or mental health diagnosis.
• Strong communication, active listening, and engagement skills.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with clients and families.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to travel locally to different sites and communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide hope, encouragement, and practical support to clients using shared lived experience.
• Offer one-on-one peer consultation to help clients identify goals.
• Support clients as they work toward goals and advocate for themselves.
• Maintain professional boundaries while building trusting relationships.
• Assist clients and families in accessing behavioral health services and community resources.
• Complete documentation in the electronic health record accurately and on time.

Skills

Lived experience

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Engagement skills

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is seeking a compassionate Peer Support Specialist to provide meaningful support to clients with behavioral health needs. You will use lived experience to guide clients through services, advocate for their goals, and help them access resources.

A collaborative clinical team will support your efforts as you build strong, confidential relationships. You will travel within the community to partner sites, work with families, and participate in team meetings