Trauma-Informed Peer Crisis Responder

Ozark Center; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ozark Center within Freeman Health System seeks a Community-Focused Peer Support Specialist to bridge community members with mental health and social services. The role emphasizes lived experience, trauma-informed care, and collaboration with law enforcement, social workers, and community partners.

The position centers on crisis intervention, outreach, and connecting individuals to housing, treatment, and other resources, while promoting stigma reduction and holistic support.

Responsibilities

• Community Outreach and Engagement: Actively engage with community members to identify those in need of peer support services. Build relationships with local organizations, community leaders, and residents.
• Crisis Intervention: Respond promptly when law enforcement identifies individuals requiring peer support. Provide emotional support, active listening, and practical assistance during crises. Help de-escalate situations and prevent further legal entanglement.
• Resource Connection: Connect individuals to mental health services, substance use treatment, housing, domestic violence, housing, and other community resources. Collaborate with social workers, counselors, and other professionals.
• Collaboration with Social Work Team: Work closely with other members of the Police Social Work team. Consult and coordinate services to ensure comprehensive support for community members.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Job description

Ozark Center within Freeman Health System seeks a Community-Focused Peer Support Specialist to bridge community members with mental health and social services. The role emphasizes lived experience, trauma-informed care, and collaboration with law enforcement, social workers, and community partners.

The position centers on crisis intervention, outreach, and connecting individuals to housing, treatment, and other resources, while promoting stigma reduction and holistic support.