Peer Support Professional

Valley-Wide Health Systems; Alamosa (CO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Health Insurance

Air Ambulance Coverage

Basic Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Retirement Match

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Leave

Job summary

Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. seeks a compassionate Peer Support Specialist to empower individuals through shared experiences and a commitment to resilience and recovery. The role emphasizes mentoring, education, and helping clients access community resources.

Responsibilities include supporting recovery, educating families, navigating treatment systems, and documenting peer activities, with a focus on safety and respectful engagement in all interactions.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 1–2 years' experience in system support.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of workstation OS.
• Experience in supporting workstations and peripherals.
• Experience in customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support services to individuals working toward recovery.
• Educate family members and supporters about recovery and resources.
• Help individuals access treatment and navigate care systems.
• Document participation and interactions in Peer activities.

Skills

Peer support

Recovery knowledge

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

Associate’s degree in computer technology or 1-2 years experience

Tools

Workstation deployment

OS knowledge

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Health and Wellness Campus - Alamosa, CO 81101 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $18.19 - $22.74 Hourly Join Our Team at Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc.

We’re looking for a compassionate Peer Support Specialist who is dedicated to empowering individuals through shared experiences, encouragement, and a commitment to fostering resilience and recovery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide professional ethics/boundaries, avoid conflicts of interest/dual relationships, model personal responsibility, hopefulness by being a mentor of recovery.
• Be a positive example of recovery, modeling personal responsibility, self-advocacy, and hopefulness.
• Support and maintain their own recovery.
• Educate individuals’ family members and other supportive individuals, about recovery and recovery supports.
• Provide peer support services to individuals helping them develop the skills necessary to move forward in their recovery.
• Assist individuals in accomplishing their goals; recognize their strengths/challenges and propose helpful strategies for growth.
• Assist individuals with investigating, selecting, and utilizing resources, services, and supports.
• Work with individuals in groups or one on one providing information and peer support services related to health and wellness.
• Initiate contact with individuals, focusing on the content and emotion communicated.
• Engage with others in a trauma-free manner while demonstrating genuine acceptance/respect.
• Manage difficult situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of those involved. Maintain a welcoming client/guest-centered environment.
• Assist individuals in accessing treatment and navigating systems of care, connecting with community resources.
• Demonstrate adequate problem-solving skills, the ability to recognize the need for change.
• Maintain up-to-date information about community resources and services.
• Document/Communicate individuals’ participation and interactions in Peer activities.
• Provide coverage for Peer 613, Peer 404, Day 1, the RAC, crisis paired response, and secure transports.
• Ensure peer locations are clean and safe, while delivering high-quality services effectively.
• Transport and/or accompany individuals to and from community appointments/activities as directed.

Qualification & Requirements:

• Pass a mandatory preemployment drug screening.
• Must pass a mandatory criminal background test.
• Associate’s degree in computer technology or experience equivalent to 1-2 years’ experience as system support
• Strong computer skills and experience with and knowledge of workstation OS.
• Experience in supporting workstations and peripherals
• Experience in customer service.
• Workstation and peripheral deployment

Peer Coding Requirements

Experience: Must meet the Peer Coding requirements (below)

• Must have lived experience, such as a personal history of:
  • Drug or alcohol addiction and recovery.
  • Mental health condition diagnosis/experience and recovery.
  • Trauma; and/or
  • Provision of care to a minor with an addiction or mental health condition.
• Must successfully complete Core Competency Training, provided by the agency.

Must be willing to appropriately use and share personal experiences to promote hope, personal growth, and recovery

Why Join Valley-Wide?

Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare to all individuals across our multi-county service area in southern Colorado. As a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we offer premier primary and preventive care through our 34 service sites strategically located in rural communities.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Free Health Insurance (additional plan options available)
• Employer-paid Air Ambulance Coverage (MASA)
• Employer-paid Basic Life, LTD, STD
• Retirement Match
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HRA, FSA, DCA, Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Leave:
  • Vacation: 10 days accrued per year
  • Sick Leave: 12 days accrued per year
  • Holidays: 7days per year + 3Floating Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunity, with hiring decisions based on job-related factors.

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