Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
New Position Budgeted
Job Summary
Peer Counselor position works with peers to provide support with education resources and community integration to promote the recovery process. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Engages others in collaborative and caring relationships without judgment. Provides individual education support coaching and mentoring. Facilitates recovery-oriented groups and activities. Assists and supports peers in identifying and setting goals. Maintains current information about community resources and services. Assists peers in identifying selecting and accessing community resources and services. Shares their recovery story as a framework to support others in their own recovery. Inspires hope by modeling personal responsibility resilience self-advocacy and wellness. Advocates on behalf of others with behavioral health problems. Receives weekly individual supervision from program supervisory staff. Interfaces with hospital staff providers family members and others supporting clients goals and action plans. Serves on designated committees. Completes required documentation and trainings in a timely manner. Complies with all HIPPA regulations regarding privacy and confidentiality. Follows the ethical standards of McLean Hospital and the American Psychological Association. High school education is required. Certification: Certification as a Peer Specialist (CPS) preferred. Once hired CPS certification must be obtained within designated time. This is a condition of employment; employees who do not attain CPS certification within 6 months will be ineligible to continue employment in this position. Massachusetts Drivers license is preferred. For more information regarding the CPS training please visit: High school education is required. Certification: Certification as a Peer Specialist (CPS) preferred. Once hired CPS certification must be obtained within designated time. This is a condition of employment; employees who do not attain CPS certification within 6 months will be ineligible to continue employment in this position. Massachusetts Drivers license is preferred. For more information regarding the CPS training please visit: SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Candidate has a history of managing their own illness and can use personal experience in a proactive way to support others in their recovery. Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build rapport and active listening skills. Knowledge about resilience recovery and wellness from behavioral health conditions. Self-awareness and the ability to receive feedback to enhance learning and recovery. Ability to set appropriate personal and professional boundaries.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Additional Job Description
Hybrid
115 Mill Street
10
Regular
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$20.43 - $29.21/Hourly
Grade
4
At Mass General Brigham we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and any offer extended will take into account your skills relevant experience if applicable education certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation addition to competitive base pay we offer comprehensive benefits career advancement opportunities differentials premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religious creed national origin sex age gender identity disability sexual orientation military service genetic information and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Site: The McLean Hospital CorporationMass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service strivin...
Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
New Position Budgeted
Job Summary
Peer Counselor position works with peers to provide support with education resources and community integration to promote the recovery process. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Engages others in collaborative and caring relationships without judgment. Provides individual education support coaching and mentoring. Facilitates recovery-oriented groups and activities. Assists and supports peers in identifying and setting goals. Maintains current information about community resources and services. Assists peers in identifying selecting and accessing community resources and services. Shares their recovery story as a framework to support others in their own recovery. Inspires hope by modeling personal responsibility resilience self-advocacy and wellness. Advocates on behalf of others with behavioral health problems. Receives weekly individual supervision from program supervisory staff. Interfaces with hospital staff providers family members and others supporting clients goals and action plans. Serves on designated committees. Completes required documentation and trainings in a timely manner. Complies with all HIPPA regulations regarding privacy and confidentiality. Follows the ethical standards of McLean Hospital and the American Psychological Association. High school education is required. Certification: Certification as a Peer Specialist (CPS) preferred. Once hired CPS certification must be obtained within designated time. This is a condition of employment; employees who do not attain CPS certification within 6 months will be ineligible to continue employment in this position. Massachusetts Drivers license is preferred. For more information regarding the CPS training please visit: High school education is required. Certification: Certification as a Peer Specialist (CPS) preferred. Once hired CPS certification must be obtained within designated time. This is a condition of employment; employees who do not attain CPS certification within 6 months will be ineligible to continue employment in this position. Massachusetts Drivers license is preferred. For more information regarding the CPS training please visit: SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Candidate has a history of managing their own illness and can use personal experience in a proactive way to support others in their recovery. Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build rapport and active listening skills. Knowledge about resilience recovery and wellness from behavioral health conditions. Self-awareness and the ability to receive feedback to enhance learning and recovery. Ability to set appropriate personal and professional boundaries.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Additional Job Description
Hybrid
115 Mill Street
10
Regular
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$20.43 - $29.21/Hourly
Grade
4
At Mass General Brigham we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and any offer extended will take into account your skills relevant experience if applicable education certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation addition to competitive base pay we offer comprehensive benefits career advancement opportunities differentials premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religious creed national origin sex age gender identity disability sexual orientation military service genetic information and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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