Certified Family Peer Support Worker
Certified Family Peer Support Worker
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Job Description
Make a Difference in Youth & Family Services!
A Certified Family Peer Support Worker is a trained and certified professional who provides support and guidance to families particularly those navigating complex childserving systems. FPSWs have lived experience parenting a child with mental health or developmental needs and they offer education support and advocacy to empower families.
What Youll Do:
Provide oneonone peer support services using personal recovery experience
Assist individuals in developing their own recovery goals and action recovery plans
Support individuals in identifying and accessing community resources
Document services provided in accordance with organizational requirements
Maintain appropriate boundaries while building trustbased relationships
Advocate for individuals within the healthcare system and community
Demonstrate ability to share recovery story appropriately and effectively
Maintain personal wellness and ongoing recovery
Understanding of multiple pathways to recovery
Knowledge of traumainformed approaches
What You Need:
Applicants must be certified as FPSW (Family Peer Support Worker) issued by the New Mexico Credentialing Board of Behavioral Health Professionals (NMCBBHP)
Must be at least 21 years of age or older
Have a high school diploma or equivalent
Be the parent or primary caregiver of a child or youth with a mental health condition or substance abuse issue
Have navigated child serving systems
Complete a 40 hour week certification training
Must have an active drivers license and be in compliance with all New Mexico state vehicle requirements.
Ability to sit stand and move around for extended periods
Capacity to work in various community settings
Computer use for documentation and communication
We Offer:
- Competitive salary (hourly/nonexempt)
- Benefits Compensation include health dental life insurance short term and long term disability supplement plans
- 403(b) PTO and 14 paid holidays
Employment Type
Full-Time
