What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jail-Based Peer Support Specialist position at SOUTHWESTERN AND AFFILIATES?
Start something meaningful - join our innovative team. Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare is looking for compassionate and dedicated Full-Time and Part-time Peer Support Specialists to join our Jail-based team. If you're passionate about supporting individuals on their recovery journey and making a meaningful impact during a critical time of change, we want to hear from you.
Please note: Weekend availability is required.
Hourly rate for Peer Support Specialist with Certification by DMHA as a Certified Peer = $17.50/hour
Hourly rate for Peer Support Specialist with NO Certification = $16/hour
Why Work For Southwestern?
- Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance starting Day One
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential counseling and support resources.
- Telehealth
- Student Loan Assistance Program
- Double pay for holidays worked
- Physical & Financial Wellness Programs
- Continuing education and training through Relias and in-person opportunities
Key Responsibilities
- Support individuals with substance use disorders as they prepare for recovery and community reentry.
- Engage individuals early during booking and intake to identify recovery support needs.
- Provide one-on-one coaching and advocacy within the Vanderburgh County Jail using a person-centered, trauma-informed approach
- Connect participants with treatment, recovery, and community resources.
- Assist with reentry planning to promote successful transitions back into the community.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Certification preferred; eligibility required.
- To be considered certified, must have either:
- Indiana Certified Peer Support Professional (CPSP-DMHA), or
- Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC-A or CPRC – ICAADA)
- To see if you are eligible, please go to: FSSA: DMHA: Indiana Certified Peer Support Professionals or Mental Health America of Indiana CPRC
- Valid driver’s license and required insurance
- All candidates must undergo required background checks and a drug screen. Findings are evaluated in accordance with applicable laws, VCS policy and organizational policy and do not automatically disqualify applicants.
EOE/AA including Veterans and Disabled.
If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please call (812) 435-2057.
Salary : $16 - $18