Peer Specialist - Respite

Eliot Community Human Services; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with employer match

Wellness & childcare resources

Life & accidental death insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Eliot Community Human Services in Lowell, MA is seeking a dedicated Respite Peer Specialist to support adults with serious mental illness in short-term recovery. You will provide guidance, build trusting relationships, and help clients connect with community resources.

This position offers a Monday–Friday, 11am–4pm schedule, with an hourly rate of $20. A high school diploma is required, along with a valid driver's license and a commitment to personal recovery.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.
• Must be receiving mental health services or have previously received services and have self-knowledge to manage their mental illness with an established recovery process.

Responsibilities

• Assist consumers with identifying personal methods of recovery from mental illness and developing self-management plans.
• Participate in the development of Individualized Action Plans (IAPs) and assist with self-management planning.
• Assist consumers in integrating into communities by supporting use of resources, encouraging memberships, and reducing stigma.
• Provide side-by-side interventions focusing on problem solving, skills training, modeling behavior, optimism and encouragement.
• Assist consumers in moving toward goals and developing skills for more independent living.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma/GED equivalent

Job description

Join Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change

At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.

Benefits at Eliot

We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:

• Generous Paid Time Off - Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) with employer match
• Wellness & Family Support - Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
• Financial Security - 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
• Professional Growth - Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development

Eliot is seeking a dedicated Respite Peer Specialist to join our Respite Services team in providing short term restorative support to adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses. Eliot’s Respite program assists clients with obtaining and maintaining community living. As a Respite Peer Specialist, you will be responsible for providing guidance and individualized support to consumers in the recovery process. The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on mental health recovery with an interpersonal skill set that allows you to develop lasting relationships with both the people we serve and with Respite Team Members.

Responsibilities :

• Assist consumers with being able to identify personal methods of recovery from

mental illness and to develop self management plans to address their experiences.

• Participate in the development of Individualized Action Plans (IAPs) and assist consumers with developing a self-management plan.

• Assist consumers in being fully integrated in their communities by supporting them in the use of community resources, encouraging them in establishing memberships within their communities, and reducing stigma within the community through education.

• Provide side by side interventions to consumers that focus on problem solving, skills training, modeling behavior, optimism and encouragement.

• Assist consumers with working towards achieving goals and developing skills in order to help consumers be able to move into a more independent setting.

Qualifications :

• High school diploma/GED equivalent
• Valid Driver’s license and a reliable vehicle
• Must be receiving mental health services or have received services in the past and have self-knowledge to manage their mental illness with an established recovery process

Schedule: Monday-Friday 11am-4pm, flexible

Hourly Rate

$20-$20 USD

At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.