Peer Support Specialist - FT 2nd Shift

Downtown Evansville Inc; Evansville (IN); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

EAP

Telehealth

Student loan assistance

Holiday pay

Wellness programs

Continuing education

Job summary

Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare in Evansville, IN is seeking a Full-Time Peer Support Specialist for the Second Shift in the Crisis Stabilization Unit. You will provide peer recovery services, engage individuals in crisis, and collaborate with a mobile crisis team.

Weekend availability is required; certification preferred (DMHA CPSP or CPRC). A High School Diploma or GED is required, and a valid driver's license is needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification preferred; eligibility required (CPSP-DMHA or CPRC).
• Valid driver's license and insurance; background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer recovery services including crisis intervention, outreach, and engagement.
• Support individuals experiencing acute crisis in person and by phone.
• Build rapport using lived experience; collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Peer support

Crisis intervention

Engagement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

# Peer Support Specialist - FT 2nd ShiftCrisis Stabilization Unit - Evansville, IN 47713## OverviewSalary Range$16.00 - $17.50 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeEducation LevelHigh SchoolCategoryBehavioral Health## Job DescriptionStart something meaningful - join our innovative Mobile Crisis Team within the Crisis Services and Outreach Department. **Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare** is looking for a compassionate and dedicated **Full-Time Peer Support Specialist** to join our **Second Shift** team. If you're passionate about making a real impact in times of crisis, we want to hear from you. *Please note: Weekend availability is required.***Hourly rate for Crisis Service Peer Support Specialist with Certification by DMHA as a Certified Peer = $17.50/hour****Hourly rate for Crisis Service Peer Support Specialist with NO Certification = $16/hour**## **Why Work for Southwestern?*** Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance starting Day One* 401(k) with employer match* Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential counseling and support resources.* Telehealth* Student Loan Assistance Program* Double pay for holidays worked* Physical & Financial Wellness Programs* Continuing education and training through Relias and in-person opportunities## **Key Responsibilities*** Provide peer recovery services including crisis intervention, outreach, and engagement* Support individuals experiencing acute crisis in person and by phone* Build rapport using lived experience* Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams## Job Qualifications## Qualifications:* High School Diploma or GED required* Certification preferred; eligibility required.* To be considered certified, must have either:* Indiana Certified Peer Support Professional (CPSP-DMHA), or* Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC-A or CPRC – ICAADA)* To see if you are eligible, please go to: FSSA: DMHA: Indiana Certified Peer Support Professionals or Mental Health America of Indiana CPRC* Valid driver’s license and required insurance* All candidates must undergo required background checks and a drug screen. Findings are evaluated in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policy and do not automatically disqualify applicants.**Looking to make a difference? Join our innovative Mobile Crisis Team in the Crisis Services and Outreach Department.***EOE/AA including Veterans and Disabled.**If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please call [phone].*