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Peer Support Specialist

North Central Mental Health Services, Inc.
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 11/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/24/2025
We are seeking a full-time Peer Support Specialist to help our clients be successful to achieve their goals!

Business hours are 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. This is an FLSA non-exempt position paying $17.00 per hour ($35,360 annually).

Responsibilities

  • Actively assist with and support clients to aspire to roles emphasizing strengths by sharing of first hand experiences to offer hope and reassurance.
  • Provide peer interventions and role modeling for clients regarding, but not limited to, symptoms of mental illness and medication side effects, skill building, coping mechanisms and life coaching, resource connection and community engagement, crisis response and assistance in treatment planning and goal setting to optimize recovery goals.
  • Collaborate with and provide training and education to team members and clients with regard to community resources, advocacy organizations and peer support services.

Comprehensive Benefits Package For Part-time Status

Fast & Easy Digital Onboarding – Get started quickly

Supportive & Collaborative Team Environment

Advanced Case Manager Training – Expand your skills

Electronic Medical Records (EMR) System – Stay organized & efficient

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Comprehensive coverage for your well-being

Employer-Paid Life Insurance & Disability Coverage – Peace of mind for you and your family

401(k) with Employer Match & Roth Options – Secure your financial future

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – Vacation, sick leave, and personal days

Mileage Reimbursement – Drive worry-free

Free Parking – No extra commuting costs

Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program Participation – Save on student debt

Career Growth & Credentialing Supervision – Licensed advancement opportunities

Referral Bonuses – Get rewarded for bringing great people to the team

Accredited by CARF International – Work with an award-winning organization

50 Years of Service in Franklin County – Join a trusted non-profit

What You Need To Join Us

  • College degree is required along with a State of Ohio Peer Recovery Supporter Certification.
  • Understanding of and personal experience with symptoms of mental illness.
  • Work cooperatively in a team setting.
  • Perform job duties following personal safety and risk reduction directives.
  • Maintain an ethical, therapeutic relationship with clients and provide confidentiality.
  • Ability to document and submit required patient service hours of 1248 hours annually (104 per month).
  • Valid Ohio Driver’s License & Reliable Transportation – Clean driving record (≤4 points).
  • Successful Background Check & Pre-Employment Drug Screening Required.

Be a part of a team that changes lives every day!

Background and reference checks will be conducted. Individuals are not considered applicants until they have completed an application and completed an on-site interview. Completing the application does not guarantee employment. In accordance with North Central's Drug-Free Workplace Policy, pre-employment drug testing will be administered. EOE/AA.

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