Peer Specialist

Aspire Indiana Health, Inc.; Anderson (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Indiana Health is hiring a Peer Specialist to engage and support individuals and families on the path to recovery. Responsibilities include peer support, skills training, linking to resources, and coordinating with courts as needed.

The role requires a High School Diploma, with preference for an Associate's or Bachelor's in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling. A valid Indiana driver's license and comprehensive background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's in Social Work/ Psychology/ Counseling preferred.
• One year related experience if no degree.
• Personal recovery time and knowledge of the Recovery Model.
• Must complete extensive background checks and have a valid Indiana driver's license.
• Must provide current auto insurance at hire and driving record must meet organizational standards.

Responsibilities

• Peer support and skills training for individuals and families.
• Connect clients with community resources.
• Provide home and community-based intervention support.
• Maintain communication with referring courts.

Skills

Recovery model knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's in Social Work/Psychology/Counseling preferred

One year related experience if no degree

Personal Recovery time

Job description

Overview

WE SERVE ALL. WE HIRE ALL. WE ACCEPT ALL.

Now interviewing for Peer Specialist

Aspire Indiana Health is a nonprofit provider of comprehensive “whole health” services including primary medical care, behavioral health, recovery services and programs addressing the social determinants of health such as housing and employment. Aspire has health centers in five Central Indiana counties serving Hoosiers of all ages and walks of life.

Position Summary

The Peer Specialist will engage and support individuals and their families in pursuit of recovery and related goals. Responsibilities include peer support, skills training, connection to community resources, home and community-based interventions, and maintaining communication with referring courts.

Education/Experience/Requirements

• High School Diploma required
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field from a college/university accredited by the US Department of Education highly preferred
• One year related experience if no Associate's or Bachelor's Degree
• Personal Recovery time
• Basic knowledge of the Recovery Model
• Must complete background checks as required by Aspire Indiana's policies which may include: Drug Test, Criminal History, Driving History Record, Sex Offender Registry Search, State Central Registry Check, Employment Verification, and Professional References
• Must have a valid Indiana Driver's License
• Must be able to provide Aspire Indiana with current auto insurance upon hire
• Must have a driving record that meets the guidelines and requirements of the organization

Learn more about us at Aspireindiana.org, and see our Core Values, benefits and current job listings on our Careers page. Or check out our Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube pages.

Drug screen, TB test and extensive background checks (including Criminal History, Sex Offender Registry Search, State Central Registry Check, Education Verification, and Professional References) are required of all Aspire employees.

All individuals who join Aspire are strongly encouraged to have a flu shot and be fully vaccinated against COVID19 prior to joining Aspire to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to CDC protocols including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.

Aspire Indiana Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.