What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Peer Support Specialist position at NEW STEPS TO NEW BEGINNINGS LLC?
Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Certified Peer Support Specialist to empower individuals on their recovery journey. In this vital role, you will serve as a compassionate advocate and mentor, leveraging your lived experience to inspire hope and facilitate positive change. Your energetic approach will foster a supportive environment where clients feel understood, respected, and motivated to achieve their mental health and substance use recovery goals. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in diverse communities by providing peer-led support rooted in empathy, recovery principles, and cultural competence.
Responsibilities
- Engage with clients through active listening, motivational interviewing, and shared personal recovery experiences to promote hope and resilience.
- Provide peer support advocacy by guiding individuals through their recovery process, emphasizing harm reduction strategies and wellness planning.
- Assist clients in developing coping skills for managing mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders with a focus on behavioral health best practices.
- Facilitate crisis management and intervention efforts when clients experience emotional distress or behavioral crises, ensuring safety and appropriate follow-up.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of client information while documenting interactions accurately within Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans that incorporate peer support insights and client preferences.
- Advocate for culturally diverse communities by respecting individual backgrounds, promoting inclusivity, and addressing social determinants impacting mental health.
Qualifications
- Lived experience with mental health conditions or substance use recovery, coupled with certification as a Peer Support Specialist.
- Demonstrated skills in crisis management, crisis intervention, and behavioral health support techniques.
- Knowledge of addiction counseling, harm reduction principles, and social work practices related to mental health care.
- Experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders and diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Strong client communication skills with the ability to mentor and motivate others effectively.
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with privacy regulations.
- Familiarity with EHR systems for documentation and care coordination is preferred.
Join us in transforming lives through compassionate peer support! This rewarding role offers the chance to foster recovery, promote well-being, and champion hope within your community—all while working in a dynamic environment that values your lived experience and dedication.
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20