Mobile Crisis Peer Support Specialist

Community Partners NH; Rochester (NH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision

PTO and Holidays

FSA Accounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Life and Long-term Disability

403(b)

Job summary

Community Partners NH in Rochester, NH is hiring a Mobile Crisis Peer Support Specialist to join the Emergency Services team. You will draw on lived experience to engage individuals in crisis and help develop personalized recovery plans.

You will advocate for services, may provide transportation, and promote self-care, wellness, and illness-self management as part of a compassionate community-based approach.

Qualifications

• Lived experience of mental illness & recovery, or CRSW certification.
• Experience in a community mental health center or peer setting recommended.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to utilize technology provided to perform job requirements.
• Hold a valid driver's license and proof of vehicle liability coverage.

Responsibilities

• Engage individuals in crisis using lived experience and help develop individualized recovery plans.
• Play a critical advocacy role and possibly provide transportation to services.
• Promote self-care, illness-self management, wellness and recovery.

Skills

Lived experience

CRSW certificate

Peer support

Communication skills

Technology use

Driver's license

Job description

Who We Are

Community Partners is dedicated to providing quality developmental and mental health services to meet the needs of families and individuals in Strafford County. From comprehensive mental health care, to individualized services for persons with developmental disabilities, to family education and support services, we are here to help. If this resonates with you and sounds like something you'd like to be a part of, we want to hear from you!

Who We Are

Community Partners is dedicated to providing quality developmental and mental health services to meet the needs of families and individuals in Strafford County. From comprehensive mental health care, to individualized services for persons with developmental disabilities, to family education and support services, we are here to help. If this resonates with you and sounds like something you'd like to be a part of, we want to hear from you!

The Role

The Mobile Crisis Peer Support Specialist will work as part of the Emergency Services team. You will draw from your own experiences to engage individuals in crisis, assist individuals with engaging in services and supports, and help develop individualized recovery plans. You will be playing a critical advocacy role and maybe required to provide transportation as well as promote self-care, illness-self management, wellness and recovery.

What We're Looking For

• Lived experience of mental illness & recovery, or certification as a Recovery Support Worker (CRSW)
• Experience working in a community mental health center, or as a peer specialist, and/or within a substance misuse treatment center is highly recommended
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to utilize technology provided to perform requirements of the job
• Hold a valid driver's license and proof of vehicle liability coverage.

Tell me about the benefits!

While working for an incredible non-profit organization with a great mission and fabulous culture, you'll be contributing to innovative community and social change. With your amazing co-workers and clients that inspire you, the difference you make each day will not go unnoticed.

In Addition To a Wonderful Working Environment, We Offer

• Competitive Wages.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Health, Dental and Vision
• FSA Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 403(b)

As local travel is a requirement of this position, candidate must have a valid driver's license, clean driving record, proof of adequate vehicle liability coverage, and reliable transportation.

All candidates must pass a background check which includes, but is not limited to, criminal and driving records.