Peer Support Worker

PRAIRIE VIEW INC; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

PRAIRIE VIEW INC is seeking a dedicated Peer Support Worker to help adults in recovery develop coping skills and build support networks in Newton, KS. Use your lived experience to guide patients, advocate for goals, and empower independence within the community.

Responsibilities include documenting care, maintaining confidentiality, and leading group activities. Candidates must have high school diploma and KS peer support certification or willingness to obtain it.

Qualifications

• Lived experience as a current or former mental health service user.
• Strong listening and communication skills with patients and families.
• Ability to maintain boundaries and patient confidentiality.
• Willingness to complete required certifications and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support and mentorship to adults in recovery.
• Document progress notes and maintain electronic records within required timeframes.
• Lead group activities and support WRAP/Person-Centered planning.
• Collaborate with clinicians and staff to support treatment goals.

Skills

Listening

Verbal comms

Written comms

Boundaries

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma

Kansas Peer Support Worker cert or ability to certify

Tools

Relias Learning

Job description

About the RoleAre you someone who has personally navigated the challenges of mental health recovery? Your lived experience is an invaluable asset that can inspire, guide, and give hope to others on a similar journey.Prairie View is seeking a dedicated Peer Support Worker to join our team in Newton, KS. In this unique role, you will use your personal recovery story to help adult patients develop coping skills, build support networks, and advocate for their own treatment goals. Your work will directly empower individuals to live, work, and thrive independently within our community.What You Will Do (Key Responsibilities)1. Peer Support & Recovery MentorshipShare Your Story Purposefully: Use your personal journey with mental health to demonstrate that recovery is possible. Help patients identify self-limiting beliefs, combat negative self-talk, and overcome fears.Build Coping Skills: Guide patients in identifying personal triggers and building healthy response mechanisms. Help individuals create their own Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP) and Person-Centered Plans.Advocacy & Independence: Empower patients to take a proactive role in their treatment, helping them articulate goals and confidently discuss medication or care plans with their clinicians.Group Facilitation: Create and lead engaging group activities that support and strengthen the recovery community.2. Administrative & Clinical ExcellenceTimely Documentation: Maintain accurate, electronic patient records and progress notes using our clinical system (schedules logged within 24 hours; progress notes completed within 72 hours).Time Management: Keep a reliable daily schedule, log time accurately, and balance priorities based on patient and agency needs.Productivity: Focus on goal-directed, meaningful patient interactions to meet a billable norm of 24 hours per week.Confidentiality: Strictly uphold professional boundaries and patient confidentiality in all communications and workspace areas.3. Professional Growth & CollaborationTeam Synergy: Actively participate in staff meetings, clinical/administrative supervision, and organizational Quality Assurance (QAPI) initiatives.Continuous Learning: Expand your skills using the Relias Learning platform and attend continuing education workshops pertinent to mental health and recovery modalities.Position Qualifications & RequirementsBecause this is a specialized role rooted in peer-to-peer connection, candidates must meet the following criteria:Lived Experience: Must self-identify as a present or former primary client of mental health services.Age: Must be at least 18 years of age.Education & Certification: High school diploma or equivalent. Must hold a valid State of Kansas Peer Support Worker certification, OR have the ability/willingness to become certified upon hire (includes completing a state-approved basic training program).Background Screens: Must pass the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) background check and the Central Registry Screen for both adults and children.Driver’s License: Must possess a valid Kansas driver’s license, maintain an insurable driving record under Prairie View’s policy, and be willing to provide safe transportation to patients as needed.Skills: Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills; basic computer/word-processing proficiency; strong boundary-setting skills; and a self-starter attitude.Why Join Prairie View?At Prairie View, we foster a supportive, collaborative environment where every employee contributes to a positive workplace culture. We offer robust professional development planning, continuing education opportunities, and the chance to do deeply meaningful, life-changing work right here in Harvey County.To Apply:If you are ready to turn your personal triumphs into a guiding light for others, please submit your application and resume today!