Veteran Recovery & Support Peer Specialist

Start Corporation; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

13 holidays per year

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Start Corporation in Houma, LA, is seeking a Peer Support Specialist for Veterans Services to provide supportive services to veterans in our community. You will work closely with veterans to promote recovery, independence, and personal empowerment.

Qualified candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, with a Bachelor's degree preferred, and veteran status with experience working with veterans. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, holidays, and a 403(b) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Veteran status with experience working with Veterans.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive services to veterans in the community.
• Assist peers in developing a Recovery Action Plan with steps to achieve goals.
• Support peers in skill building, goal setting, and problem solving.

Skills

Active listening

Empathy

Recovery planning

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Start Corporation in Houma, LA, is seeking a Peer Support Specialist for Veterans Services to provide supportive services to veterans in our community. You will work closely with veterans to promote recovery, independence, and personal empowerment.

Qualified candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, with a Bachelor's degree preferred, and veteran status with experience working with veterans. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, holidays, and a 403(b) retirement plan.