Family-Centric Peer Support Specialist

Catholic Charities; Greenwood (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities in Greenwood, MS is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to collaborate with the Wraparound Team. You will help design Recovery Support Plans for children and families, using personal recovery experiences to tailor care and connect with services and referrals.

You will advocate for families, identify community resources, support self-management, and assist in crisis and plan development, embedding a wraparound philosophy in daily practice.

Qualifications

• Personal experience as primary caregiver in family recovery contexts.
• Experience with children and families in community programs preferred.
• Knowledge of community resources and referrals.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Promote clients' health and document goals.
• Provide education and resources to clients and families.
• Engage eligible clients in Healing Hearts program.
• Identify community resources and provide ongoing support.
• Assist in wraparound planning processes.
• Develop crisis and family-driven plans.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Crisis response

Time management

Education

Peer Support Credential

Driver’s license

Job description

Catholic Charities in Greenwood, MS is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to collaborate with the Wraparound Team. You will help design Recovery Support Plans for children and families, using personal recovery experiences to tailor care and connect with services and referrals.

You will advocate for families, identify community resources, support self-management, and assist in crisis and plan development, embedding a wraparound philosophy in daily practice.