Recovery Support Advocate & Mentor

WestCare Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 21,855 - 31,127; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Inc in Pembroke Pines, FL is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to assist individuals with substance use and mental health challenges. You will help build recovery skills, provide coaching, and advocate for clients.

Responsibilities include leading skills-building groups, documenting sessions, coordinating with case managers, and connecting clients to services. A high school diploma is required with two years college-level education; certification in peer support preferred.

Qualifications

• Certification as a certified peer specialist is preferred; must meet CEU requirements if certified.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with degree preferred; High School Diploma or equivalent with two years of college-level education required.

Responsibilities

• Provide recovery support to consumers.
• Lead skills-building groups and activities as assigned by supervisor.
• Act as a positive role model for consumers and provide coaching/mentoring.

Skills

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent + 2 years college

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records (EHR) software

Job description

WestCare Inc in Pembroke Pines, FL is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to assist individuals with substance use and mental health challenges. You will help build recovery skills, provide coaching, and advocate for clients.

Responsibilities include leading skills-building groups, documenting sessions, coordinating with case managers, and connecting clients to services. A high school diploma is required with two years college-level education; certification in peer support preferred.