Peer Support Specialist - FT 3rd Shift

Downtown Evansville Inc; Evansville (IN); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match

EAP - counseling resources

Job summary

Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare in Evansville, IN, is seeking a Full-Time Peer Support Specialist for the third shift in the Mobile Crisis Team. The role focuses on crisis intervention, engagement, and outreach to individuals in acute crisis.

The job requires a High School Diploma or GED, with Indiana CPSP-DMHA or CPRC eligibility preferred. Weekend availability is required, and a background check plus drug screen are standard. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certification preferred; eligibility required.
• Indiana CPSP-DMHA or CPRC ICAADA certification eligibility.
• Valid driver’s license and required insurance.
• Background checks and a drug screen required.

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

Crisis intervention

Peer support

Lived experience

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Indiana CPSP-DMHA or CPRC-ICAADA certification eligibility

Job description

# Peer Support Specialist - FT 3rd 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 **Third 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****Third Shift Differential: $1/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].*