Remote Mental Health Advocate | Peer Support Coach

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 240.000 - 360.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement annuity

Training & certification support

Flexible remote work

Supportive team

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a passionate Mental Health Advocate to join our remote team serving Pretoria and beyond. You will empower individuals facing mental health challenges to navigate the healthcare system, access services, and understand their rights.

In this role you will provide emotional support, connect clients with professionals, educate them on resources, and help develop recovery plans. A strong grounding in recovery principles and excellent communication are essential, with remote

Qualifikationen

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and recovery is highly valued.
• Certification as a Peer Support Specialist or Mental Health Advocate is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of mental health principles and the recovery model.
• Excellent empathy, communication, and active listening skills.
• Ability to navigate complex healthcare and social service systems, particularly within Gauteng.
• Proficiency in remote communication and collaboration tools.

Aufgaben

• Provide peer support and advocacy for individuals with mental health conditions.
• Assist clients in understanding mental health diagnoses, treatment options, and available services.
• Help clients develop personalized recovery plans and coping strategies.
• Facilitate access to mental health services, including therapy, counseling, and psychiatric care.
• Educate clients on their rights within the mental healthcare system.
• Conduct virtual support group sessions and educational workshops.

Kenntnisse

Empathy

Active listening

Communication skills

Remote collaboration

Healthcare system navigation

Ausbildung

Peer Support Specialist certification

Mental Health Advocate certification (advantageous)

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a passionate Mental Health Advocate to join our remote team serving Pretoria and beyond. You will empower individuals facing mental health challenges to navigate the healthcare system, access services, and understand their rights.

In this role you will provide emotional support, connect clients with professionals, educate them on resources, and help develop recovery plans. A strong grounding in recovery principles and excellent communication are essential, with remote