Forensic Certified Peer

Downtown Evansville Inc; Evansville (IN); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable health insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) with match

EAP program

Telehealth

Student loan assistance

Holiday pay bonus

Wellness programs

Relias training

Job summary

Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare is seeking a Full-Time Forensic Certified Peer to join our jail-based team. You will deliver peer recovery support services within a multidisciplinary treatment setting, focusing on reducing recidivism and supporting individuals with SPMI or substance use disorders on their recovery journey.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, certification preferred (Indiana CPSP-DMHA or CPRC-ICAADA eligibility), and a valid driver's license with insurance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalently qualified.
• Certification preferred; eligibility required (DMHA CPSP or CPRC).
• Valid driver’s license and required insurance.
• Background checks and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver peer recovery support services as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Assist individuals with SPMI or substance use disorders on recovery goals.
• Provide person-centered, recovery-oriented support and motivation.
• Contribute to community re-entry planning and risk-reduction efforts.
• Participate in trainings and coordinate care with the treatment team.

Skills

Certification awareness

Background checks

Drug screen compliance

Valid driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Indiana CPSP-DMHA eligibility

CPRC – ICAADA eligibility

Job description

# Forensic Certified PeerLevell Center - Evansville, IN 47713## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeEducation LevelHigh SchoolCategoryBehavioral Health## Job DescriptionStart something meaningful - join our innovative team. **Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare** is looking for a compassionate and dedicated **Full-Time Forensic Certified Peer** to join our Jail-based team. If you're passionate about supporting individuals on their recovery journey and making a meaningful impact during a critical time of change, we want to hear from you.**Hourly rate for Peer Support Specialist with Certification by DMHA as a Certified Peer = $17.50/hour****Hourly rate for Peer Support Specialist with NO Certification = $16/hour****Why Work for Southwestern?*** Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance starting Day One* 401(k) with employer match* Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential counseling and support resources.* Telehealth* Student Loan Assistance Program* Double pay for holidays worked* Physical & Financial Wellness Programs* Continuing education and training through Relias and in-person opportunities**Key Responsibilities:*** Deliver peer recovery support services as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team aimed at reducing recidivism among justice-involved individuals receiving FACT services.* Support individuals with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) and/or substance use disorders in recognizing, understanding and overcoming the stigma and discrimination associated with their conditions, empowering them to engage more fully in their recovery journey.* Provide person-centered, recovery-oriented services, focusing on each individual’s strengths, preferences, and unique path toward healing and sustained well-being.* Assist individuals in articulating personal recovery goals and help them identify actionable, concrete steps to achieve those goals, fostering self-efficacy and motivation in the recovery process.* Monitor and assess individuals' progress toward treatment objectives, offering constructive feedback, support, and recommendations to both the individual and the broader treatment team, and alerting the team to any concerns or deviations from treatment plans.* Leverage personal lived experience to serve as a role model for recovery, building rapport and trust with individuals by sharing relevant insights and fostering therapeutic relationships.* Participate in staff trainings, treatment team meetings, and interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring seamless coordination of care and ongoing professional development.* Contribute to the development of individualized community re-entry plans, assisting individuals in their transition from incarceration to independent living or relevant programming, ensuring a smooth and supportive re-entry process.* Facilitate meaningful reflection on the application of new skills, coping strategies, and behavioral patterns learned during treatment, helping individuals prepare for their release and reintegration into the community.* Assist with care coordination, supporting individuals in identifying their needs, addressing barriers to success, and leveraging their strengths to develop personalized, creative solutions to complex challenges.## Qualifications**Qualifications:*** High School Diploma or GED required* Certification preferred; eligibility required.* To be considered certified, must have either: + Indiana Certified Peer Support Professional (CPSP-DMHA), or + Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC-A or CPRC – ICAADA) + To see if you are eligible, please go to: FSSA: DMHA: Indiana Certified Peer Support Professionals or Mental Health America of Indiana CPRC* Valid driver’s license and required insurance* All candidates must undergo required background checks and a drug screen. Findings are evaluated in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policy and do not automatically disqualify applicants.**If you are interested in joining a fun, friendly, innovative team, apply today!**