What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support Specialist position at CED Mental Health Center?
Position Summary:
The peer support specialist is an individual who has personal/lived experience with mental health and is willing to share his/her personal experiences.
- Must be in recovery from a diagnosed mental illness
- Must be open minded and willing to share your recovery story publicly
- At least 18 years old.
- Must have effective communication skills, both written and oral.
- Must have a clear understanding of recovery from mental illness.
- Must have the ability to work with individuals or groups.
- Must have the ability to serve as a role model, showing by example that recovery ispossible.
Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Must complete a Mental Health Peer Support Provider training program approved by the Alabama Department of Mental Health.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $34,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a diagnosed mental illness and are you willing to share your experience with others?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $34,000