What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Mentor position at Coleman Professional Services, Inc.?
Coleman Health Services is a nationally recognized not-for-profit provider of behavioral health and rehabilitation programs to foster recovery, build independence, and change destinies for individuals, families, and businesses in our community. We are seeking a Family/Parent Peer Support Specialist to provide peer support services in Auglaize County, Ohio. The Family/Parent Peer Support Specialist provides guidance, hope and support towards recovery through personal experience and growth on a reciprocal basis. Position pays $19 an hour!
Duties Include:
- Mentor and assist youth and families through mental health crises and restore calm within the family
- Assist in identifying resources, supports and services based on youth and family needs
- Function as part of an interdisciplinary team and develop and maintain effective relationships with community professionals
Minimum Requirements:
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Certified Family/Parent Peer Support Specialist through the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services or willing to obtain this certification (we will assist!)
- Have lived experience as a parent or caregiver of a child who has been involved with behavioral healthcare services
- Have and maintain an excellent driving record
- Must be willing to complete and have favorable results for criminal background check, drug screening, and driving check if selected for the position
What can Coleman offer you?
- A positive and supportive work environment that values both teamwork and individuality, welcomes innovation, is inclusive, promotes creativity, and where diversity is valued
- We will provide you with flexibility and empower you to be successful
- You will be encouraged to participate in ongoing learning & developmental opportunities
- The ability to provide meaningful input that is heard and acted upon
- A competitive compensation & benefits package
- Flex Spending Account
- Annual Wellness reimbursement
- Accrue three weeks of paid-time off during first year
- $2000 Staff Referral Bonus
- $250 Quarterly Employee Recognition Program, Wellness Reimbursement & more!
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. E.O.E. Persons with a disability can request an accommodation to complete the application process by emailing careers@colemanservices.org with the subject line "Accommodation Request."
Salary : $19