In-Custody Peer Support Specialist for Recovery

Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Centers; Texas; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Centers is seeking a part-time JBCR Peer Support Specialist to work with individuals in the competency restoration program at the Hays County jail. You will lead groups, share lived experience, and help with goal development, recovery, and social reintegration.

You will collaborate with clinical staff, use competency education materials, and provide information on community resources. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current Mental Health Peer Specialist certification preferred.
• Willingness to obtain CPR and PMAB training within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead peer groups and provide supportive, recovery‑oriented guidance.
• Engage peers in competency restoration and community reintegration.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to enhance care quality.
• Document timely and accurate notes in the EHR.

Skills

Peer support

Bilingual communication

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR/PMAB training within 3 months

Tools

Electronic Health Record

Job description

Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Centers is seeking a part-time JBCR Peer Support Specialist to work with individuals in the competency restoration program at the Hays County jail. You will lead groups, share lived experience, and help with goal development, recovery, and social reintegration.

You will collaborate with clinical staff, use competency education materials, and provide information on community resources. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.