Peer Support Specialist

Behavioral Health and Developmental Services of Strafford County, Inc.; Rochester (NH); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 33.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Health, Dental and Vision

Life and Long-term DisabilityInsurance

Zusammenfassung

Community Partners in Rochester, NH seeks a Peer Specialist to support adults with severe mental illness on their recovery journey.

Using lived experience and training, you will foster supportive relationships, help develop Wellness Action Plans, and connect individuals with community resources, while advocating for peers and ensuring timely documentation. Evenings and weekends may be required in crisis situations.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or G.E.D is required.
• Lived experience of mental illness and recovery and/or work in a Peer Support Center.
• Intentional Peer Support Training and WRAP Training preferred but not required.
• 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.

Aufgaben

• Support adults with severe mental illness on their journey to recovery.
• Foster supportive relationships and help develop Wellness Action Plans.
• Connect individuals with community resources.
• Advocate for peers and facilitate open dialogue.
• Ensure timely documentation of interactions and plans.
• Evening and weekend availability may be required during crises.

Kenntnisse

Excellent oral and written comms

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or G.E.D

Jobbeschreibung

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:

Join our ACT Team as a Peer Specialist, supporting adults with severe mental illness on their journey to recovery. Utilizing both personal experience and formal training, you'll foster supportive relationships, aid in developing Wellness Action Plans, and connect individuals with community resources. Your role involves advocating for peers, facilitating open dialogue, and ensuring timely documentation. Evening and weekend availability may be required to assist clients in crisis. If you're passionate about empowering others and promoting resilience.

What we’re looking for:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Lived experience of mental illness and recovery and/or has worked in a Peer Support Center
• Intentional Peer Support Training and WRAP Training is preferred but not required
• 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:

• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Health, Dental and Vision
• Life and Long-term Disability Insurance

Background checks which include, but are not limited to, criminal, OIG, BEAS and motor vehicle records are required.