What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Counselor position at Mass General Brigham?
Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
The Peer Counselor position works with peers to provide support through education, resources, and community integration, promoting the recovery process.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Certified Peer and Family Specialist [CPFS] - State Specific Certification Board preferred Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Experience Related experience 0-1 year required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Candidate has a history of managing their own illness and can proactively use personal experience to support others in their recovery. - Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport and active listening skills. - Knowledge about resilience, recovery, and wellness from behavioral health conditions. - Self-awareness and the ability to receive feedback to enhance learning and recovery. - Ability to set appropriate personal and professional boundaries.
Additional Job Details (if Applicable)
Physical Requirements
Onsite
Work Location
23 Isaac Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
20
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range
$20.84 - $29.79/Hourly
Grade
4
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement
1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
The Peer Counselor position works with peers to provide support through education, resources, and community integration, promoting the recovery process.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
- Works with multidisciplinary staff to assist individuals with vocational, social, and life skills on-site and in the community.
- Meets one-on-one with members to provide support around members’ mental health recovery process while setting appropriate limits and professional boundaries.
- Receives one-on-one every week from program supervisory staff to provide guidance and support to the peer counselor as he/she interfaces with members.
- Participates in weekly team meetings to provide updates, set goals, and outline action plans for team members.
- Peer Counselor has access to members’ personal history; therefore, CONFIDENTIALITY is a must. - Individually leads/facilitates groups to provide support and guidance to members.
- Uses his/her own recovery experience as a framework to understand and support members in their own recovery journey and process his/her own recovery experience professionally, consistently observing appropriate limits/boundaries, including those supported by the Peer Specialist certification training.
- Complete required documentation in a timely fashion. - Inspire hope by modeling personal responsibility, self-advocacy, and wellness.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Certified Peer and Family Specialist [CPFS] - State Specific Certification Board preferred Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Experience Related experience 0-1 year required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Candidate has a history of managing their own illness and can proactively use personal experience to support others in their recovery. - Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport and active listening skills. - Knowledge about resilience, recovery, and wellness from behavioral health conditions. - Self-awareness and the ability to receive feedback to enhance learning and recovery. - Ability to set appropriate personal and professional boundaries.
Additional Job Details (if Applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently
- Walking Frequently
- Sitting Occasionally
- Lifting Frequently
- Carrying Frequently
- Pushing Occasionally
- Pulling Occasionally
- Climbing Rarely
- Balancing Frequently
- Stooping Occasionally
- Kneeling Occasionally
- Crouching Occasionally
- Crawling Rarely
- Reaching Frequently
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently
- Feeling Constantly
- Foot Use Rarely
- Vision - Far Constantly
- Vision - Near Constantly
- Talking Constantly
- Hearing Constantly
Onsite
Work Location
23 Isaac Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
20
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range
$20.84 - $29.79/Hourly
Grade
4
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement
1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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