Mental Health Peer Specialist - Crisis Intervention

Aspire Health Alliance; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Peer Specialist to join their Adult Crisis Intervention Program. In this vital role, you will provide peer counseling and support to individuals in crisis, drawing from your own experiences to validate and guide clients on their recovery journey. Your contributions will directly impact the lives of those in need, helping them navigate through challenging times. If you are passionate about mental health and want to make a meaningful difference in your community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in peer counseling and support roles.
• Ability to provide guidance and encouragement to clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer counseling and support in a crisis stabilization setting.
• Assist clients in taking responsibility for their own recovery.

Skills

Peer Counseling

Support and Advocacy

Crisis Intervention

Job description

Great opportunity exists as a Mental Health Peer Specialist in our Adult Crisis Intervention Program! Join our professional team to provide specialized care to consumers in a 24-hour crisis stabilization setting.

The Mental Health Peer Specialist provides peer counseling and support, drawing on common experiences as a peer, to validate clients’ experiences, and to provide guidance and encouragement to clients to take responsibility and actively participate in their own recovery.

The Crisis Intervention Services: include the Adult and Youth Mobile Crisis Intervention program and are part of Aspire's Community Behavioral Health Center. Crisis services are home and community-based services for children, adolescents, adults, and families in need of immediate psychiatric intervention.

Under the direction of the Director of Crisis and Rehabilitation Services, the Mental Health Peer Specialist works to provide information, support, assistance, and advocacy for recipients, and/or caregivers/family members of consumers of mental health emergency services. Will also provide feedback and perspective to the mental health system relative to the impact and effectiveness of the services provided, and to assist with other work related to client care, as required.