CState Peer Supporter & Community Resource Specialist

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Job summary

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College is seeking a Peer Supporter & Community Resource Specialist. This part-time role focuses on supporting students facing mental health challenges by providing peer support and resources.

The ideal candidate will have a Peer Recovery Supporter certification along with experience in behavioral concerns and cultural competence. The position offers an hourly rate of $25 and is a non-bargaining, grant-funded position.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience as Peer Recovery Supporter (PRS).
• Knowledgeable of all styles of recovery.
• Experience with behavioral concerns and substance use.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed, strength-based peer support.
• Facilitate outreach and prevention efforts within college.
• Work with community to build relationships for resources.

Skills

Peer Recovery Supporter certification

Cultural competence

Knowledge of harm reduction principles

Experience with behavioral concerns

Experience with mental health issues

Education

Peer Recovery Supporter (PRS) certification

Job description

CState Peer Supporter & Community Resource Specialist (Part-time)

Overview

The Peer Supporter & Community Resource Specialist will provide services to students with mental health, behavioral, and/or substance use challenges utilizing activities and services of the CState Recovery Community (CSRC) and Counseling Center. They will serve as an advocate for and on behalf of students' rights, actively promoting prevention, appropriate interventions, strategies, and language as part of CSRC.

Essential Duties

• Provide trauma-informed, strength-based peer support to individuals and groups utilizing CSRC services or spaces
• Provide peer support to address other mental health issues along with alcohol & other drug use that is not supported by other campus resources; behavioral concerns and substance use/misuse
• Provide peer and community resource services to promote a sense of belonging for students in all types of recovery
• Utilize harm reduction principles to enhance a sense of belonging on campus for students struggling with their mental health, behaviors, and/or substance use
• Approach all types of recovery in a broad, holistic sense, addressing the needs of as many students as possible
• Work with community and other stakeholders to build relationships with outside resources according to student needs
• Facilitate outreach and prevention efforts within the college and community, including K‑12 institutions
• Participate in trainings, meetings, groups, and other needed activities within the established part-time hours
• Participate in professional development
• Maintain a connection with the counseling center as well as related academic programs

Minimum Qualifications

• Peer Recovery Supporter (PRS) current certification with the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
• At least 1‑2 years Peer Recovery Supporter (PRS) experience
• Experience working with behavioral concerns, substance use/misuse, and other mental health issues along with alcohol & other drugs
• Accepting and knowledgeable of all styles of recovery
• Demonstrated cultural competence
• Demonstrated knowledge of housing and other needed resources in the community and beyond

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiar with or willing to learn Harm Reduction Principles
• Trauma-informed certification or demonstrated through continued education

Required Documents

• Resume and/or CV
• Copy of official Ohio Peer Support Certification or information to look up credentials
• Statement of provider philosophy as a Certified Peer Supporter
• A cover letter or letter expressing why you are interested in this role, including a statement describing your philosophy as a Certified Peer Supporter

Details

• Reports to: Senior Director Student Success & Development
• Supervised by: Counseling Center Triage Coordinator
• Minimum Hourly rate: $25/hr.
• Contractual Affiliation: Non‑bargaining: Grant Funded
• Exempt Classification: Non‑Exempt
• Status: Part time (Not to exceed 29 hours per week.)
• Benefits: Candidates selected for this part‑time role will not be eligible for benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all its activities and programs, including employment and promotion. Cincinnati State does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national, or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical disabilities, veteran or marital status.