Recovery-Focused Peer Support Specialist II

Collin County Mental Health Retardation Center; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Collin County Mental Health Retardation Center is seeking a Peer Support Specialist in McKinney, TX to work with a multidisciplinary team and support individuals toward recovery. The role emphasizes trauma-informed, culturally competent, person-driven care and may involve travel within Collin County to connect clients with resources.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year of experience in mental health services, with one year of active recovery or sobriety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of mental health service experience.
• Active recovery and/or sobriety for at least 1 year.
• Peer Specialist certification highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals toward recovery and build community supports.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure trauma-informed, culturally competent care.
• Identify and share community resources to aid youth in recovery journeys.
• Travel within Collin County as needed to support service delivery.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Databases

Job description

Collin County Mental Health Retardation Center is seeking a Peer Support Specialist in McKinney, TX to work with a multidisciplinary team and support individuals toward recovery. The role emphasizes trauma-informed, culturally competent, person-driven care and may involve travel within Collin County to connect clients with resources.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year of experience in mental health services, with one year of active recovery or sobriety.