Community Behavioral Health Peer Responder

Ozark Center; Joplin (MO); Vor Ort; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ozark Center in Joplin, MO is seeking a Community-Focused Peer Support Specialist who leverages lived experience to connect community members with mental health and substance use resources, while engaging with law enforcement and local organizations.

You will provide emotional support, practice trauma-informed care, help de-escalate crises, and coordinate with social workers to ensure access to housing, treatment, and other services, while maintaining flexibility for irregular hours.

Qualifikationen

• Lived experience with mental health challenges or substance use
• Ability to connect with diverse community members
• Empathy and active listening skills
• Trauma-informed approach to care

Aufgaben

• Community Outreach and Engagement: identify those in need and build relationships with local organizations and residents
• Crisis Intervention: respond to crises, provide emotional support and de-escalation
• Resource Connection: link individuals to mental health services, housing, and other resources
• Collaboration with Social Work Team: coordinate with Police Social Work for comprehensive support
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Jobbeschreibung

Ozark Center in Joplin, MO is seeking a Community-Focused Peer Support Specialist who leverages lived experience to connect community members with mental health and substance use resources, while engaging with law enforcement and local organizations.

You will provide emotional support, practice trauma-informed care, help de-escalate crises, and coordinate with social workers to ensure access to housing, treatment, and other services, while maintaining flexibility for irregular hours.