Peer Mentor

POSITION PURPOSE

The Peer Mentor’s role is to provide peer support to members. The Executive Director supervises the Peer Mentor. A Peer Mentor is engaged in self-directed recovery and assists people with mental health issues in regaining control over their own lives and over their own recovery process. The Peer Mentor models competency in recovery and maintaining ongoing wellness.

QUALITIES DESIRED IN THIS POSITION

• Understanding and desire to further the mission of the Mental Health Consumer Web
• Dedication and patience with individuals experiencing serious mental illness, substance abuse, and homelessness
• Ability to work in a team with all staff in making program changes and improvements
• Strong communication skills across various groups, including volunteers, other staff, the general public, and Web members
• Ability to listen carefully and respect an individual’s self-determination while offering assistance
• Promotion of self-determination, personal responsibility, and empowerment
• Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries as a peer mentor
• Strong desire to grow and learn new skills
• Maintenance of safety and policy using diplomatic and compassionate communication

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Facilitates intake for prospective members
• Facilitates prequalifying of members interested in being a BHAP applicant
• Mentors peer interns and volunteers
• Provides peer support and engage willing members in recovery discussions and one-on-one mentoring
• Works with members to set self-determined goals, monitor goals, progress, and outcomes
• Maintains an ongoing library of recovery resources, resource list and posts information about opportunities for involvement in local community events
• Works with the other Peer Mentors and Executive Director in organizing action programs, such as groups and speakers
• Work with the Executive Director and Administrative Assistant in compiling member demographics.
• Keep accurate and timely documentation of member interactions and group facilitation
• Works with the Administrative Assistant to find local resources such as food, housing, behavioral health professionals, employment resources, and medical care
• Works with Web volunteers and staff to do outreach in the community

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Some college or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Must pass State of Alaska Background check prior to position offered

Driver's License and a clean driving record preferred

The Web is open on all holidays and on Saturdays. Work schedule will be full-time (40 hours per week) and will be arranged to meet the needs of The Web and the members we serve.

Experience:

• Prefer applicant to be a mental health member in recovery
• Must complete Peer Support program training by the 3rd month of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

An understanding of member-directed services and the member recovery process from mental illness and substance abuse. Strong oral and written communication skills are essential, as are critical thinking, problem-solving, and attentiveness to detail while maintaining confidentiality.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate changing Web needs.

The Member Web is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18