What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support Specialist position at Black Women's Mental Health Institute?
Role: Peer Support Specialist – SUDS, supporting adults in recovery from substance use disorders.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Mentor clients by drawing on personal lived experience and stable recovery to foster wellness.
- Model healthy behaviors and assist clients in navigating treatment options and community resources.
- Facilitate group sessions and support the development of crisis and safety plans.
- Document services provided and collaborate closely with clinical staff to ensure comprehensive care.
- Experience with substance use disorder recovery and lived experience preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to support and motivate clients.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, client-centered environment.