Youth Peer Support Specialist: Recovery & Resiliency

Heartland Counseling Services; Pierce (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Counseling Services is seeking a Youth Peer Support Services Provider to assist school-age youth and others in recovery and resiliency goals. The role involves collaboration with therapists, helping families, and coordinating services across schools and community settings.

The position includes crisis response, on-call rotations, and travel across counties to meet clients where they are. Strong communication and boundary skills are essential, with eligibility for Nebraska credential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an AA Degree or equivalent experience.
• Direct lived experience as a peer support provider.
• Nebraska Peer Support Specialist credential in good standing or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with therapists and community partners to coordinate care and provide ongoing support.
• Assist clients and parents/guardians with completing paperwork to establish and maintain services.
• Facilitate small groups aligned with client and program needs.
• Support recovery and resiliency by coaching tailored to each individual’s age and needs.
• Travel to schools and community settings as needed to meet clients where they are.
• Provide crisis coverage and participate in on-call rotations including evenings/weekends.
• Attend scheduled supervisory, all-staff, and community-based meetings; participate in community events and committees.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Diversity competence

Driver's license

Education

AA degree or equivalent

Nebraska Peer Support Specialist credential

Job description

Heartland Counseling Services is seeking a Youth Peer Support Services Provider to assist school-age youth and others in recovery and resiliency goals. The role involves collaboration with therapists, helping families, and coordinating services across schools and community settings.

The position includes crisis response, on-call rotations, and travel across counties to meet clients where they are. Strong communication and boundary skills are essential, with eligibility for Nebraska credential.