Peer Support Specialist - Entry Level

Horizon House, Inc.; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental

Paid holidays & PTO

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Horizon House, Inc. in Georgetown, DE, is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to join the ACT Alliance team on-site. You will bring lived experience to support recovery, symptom management, and empowerment for adults with serious mental illness.

Responsibilities include collaborating with the Case Management team, mentoring participants, coordinating with consumer programs, maintaining records, and promoting anti-stigma efforts. A high school diploma and ability to travel locally are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and experience with adults with severe mental illness.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with people with serious mental illness.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently and manage responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Function as an integrated team member to support recovery and empowerment.
• Serve as liaison between the team and consumer-run programs.
• Mentor participants to promote hope and recovery.
• Maintain participant records according to procedures.
• Help participants address stigma and discrimination related to mental illness.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Detail oriented

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Category: Non-Residential Direct Care

Requisition Number: PEERS002143

• Posted : May 13, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Georgetown, DE 19947, USA

Description

Horizon House Inc. is a nationally recognized provider of services to adults with support needs due to developmental disabilities, behavioral health issues and substance abuse. Horizon House is Pennsylvania's oldest psychiatric rehabilitation agency. Since 1952, Horizon House has been dedicated to helping people with mental illness, drug and alcohol addictions, developmental/intellectual disabilities and homelessness to help stabilize their lives and to help them live as independently as possible in the community. With over 100 locations, Horizon House provides services to a diverse population focusing on individual strength and choice.

We are seeking qualifiedPeer Support Specialistwho are interested in joining our ACT Alliance team in Georgetown, DE.

ThePeer Support Specialist as part of the Case Management team that provides the experience as a recipient of mental health services for severe and persistent mental illness and is willing to use and share his/her own personal practical experiences, knowledge and firsthandinsight to benefit the team and its participants.
Other responsibilities include the following:

• Function as a fully integrated team member to provide expertise about the recovery process, symptom management and the persistence required byparticipants to have a satisfying life.
• Serve as a liaison between the team and consumer run programs such as self-help groups and drop-in centers.
• Serve as a mentor to participants to promote hope and empowerment.
• Maintain a permanent record of participant's activities according to established methods and procedures.
• Help participants identify, understand and combat stigma and discrimination associated with mental illness.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED, and experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness; or any combination of experience, education or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required as defined by DSAMH's Standards for ACT/ICM Peer Roles, Scope of Practice.
• Self-knowledge to manage their mental illness and be well along in their recovery.
• Skills and competence to establish supporting trusting relationships with persons with severe and persistent mental illness and respect for participants' rights.
• Good communication skills both oral and written.
• Ability to work independently.
• Detailed oriented.
• Possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Scope:

• Frequent talking and listening.
• Requires carrying a cell phone and being available to respond to emergency situations.
• Lifting and or carrying, not to exceed 25 lbs.
• Local travel required.

Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package

• medical and dental
• (9) nine paid holidays and generous paid time off
• retirement savings plan
• voluntary tax shelter annuity
• tuition reimbursement
• opportunities for advancement and more

Horizon House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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