Mental Health Peer Support Specialist
Mental Health Peer Support Specialist
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Job Description
Join Our Mission of Healing and Hope!
Now Hiring: Mental Health Peer Support Specialist
Are you someone who has walked the journey of recovery (2 years minimum sobriety is required) and now feels called to help others find hope and healing Warm Valley Health Care (WVHC) invites you to bring your lived experience to our team and make a meaningful impact as a Mental Health Peer Support Specialist. This
At WVHC we believe in the power of shared stories authentic connections and culturally grounded support. As a Peer Support Specialist youll provide strength-based recovery-oriented services to others navigating mental health and substance use challenges. Youll be part of a dynamic behavioral health team working in both one-on-one and group settings empowering patients to achieve wellness and purpose.
What Youll Do:
Deliver peer-led emotional support advocacy and recovery coaching
Partner with patients and the treatment team to foster resilience and long-term recovery
Facilitate outreach education and support in homes schools and community spaces
Promote trust hope and engagement through your lived experience
Document clinical notes and care interactions within 24 business hours
Help shape a recovery-positive culture both within and beyond WVHC
What You Bring:
Personal experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery (minimum 2 years stable recovery required)
Passion for helping others and ability to meet people where they are
High School diploma or GED
Willingness and eligibility to become a Wyoming Certified Peer Support Specialist within 6 months of hire
Valid drivers license and willingness to transport patients if needed
Cultural humility and respect for diverse individuals and traditions
Flexible dependable and compassionate attitude
Why WVHC
We are a tribally rooted community-driven organization offering:
Supportive and team-oriented work culture
Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth
Pathways to more advanced behavioral health roles
The chance to make a real difference every single day
Special Note: Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support patient needs and community events.
Ready to turn your lived experience into hope for others
Apply today and be part of a movement of healing empowerment and cultural connection.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Submit a completed application with supporting documents and sobriety details to Warm Valley Health Care Human Resource Department P.O. Box 128 Ft. Washakie WY 82514 or via the online portal.
- Applications are available at Warm Valley Health Care or for more information contact Stacie Fagerstone Executive Director-HR via email at .
Preference will be given to qualified Eastern Shoshone tribal members then other qualified federally recognized Indian tribal members and then other qualified candidates.
- Applicants must submit a copy of Tribal Enrollment card or CIB for Indian Preference.
- Veterans who meet the minimum qualifications and provide documentation of an honorable discharge (DD214) from any branch of military service are entitled to receive preference points during the interview process.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon a negative drug test reference checks and background check. Refusal to undergo required testing or testing positive will render the applicant ineligible for employment.
EOE
- Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
- Successfully pass the employment background check.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
