Peer Support Specialist at Bridge Part Time
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Job Summary
Join us at Wasatch Behavioral Health as a Part-Time Peer Support Specialist with our Bridge Program in Provo Utah earning $16.49$21.95 an hour. In this role youll be part of our ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) team which is often called a hospital without walls because of its intensive wraparound approach. Youll meet clients where theyre at providing support both in the community and in the office to help individuals with severe and persistent mental illness stay stable avoid hospitalization and build healthier more independent lives. If youre looking for meaningful work where your lived experience truly matters this is an incredible place to make an impact.
Schedule: Monday-Friday (Days are Varied) 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Compensation: $16.49$21.95 DOE and Certifications
Compensation: $16.49$21.95 DOE and Certifications
About Us: Wasatch Behavioral Health
Wasatch Behavioral Health is a local government agency dedicated to providing compassionate accessible mental health and substance-use services. We value collaboration innovation empathy and creating a workplace where both clients and employees can thrive.
What Youll Do as a Peer Support Specialist
- Provide safe client-centered support while following program policies and standards of care
- Build and maintain therapeutic trust-based relationships with the individuals you serve
- Help create a positive recovery-focused environment where clients feel supported and understood
- Meet with clients one-on-one and in groups to instill hope encourage responsibility and guide them in setting recovery goals building self-advocacy skills creating crisis plans and strengthening natural supports
- Use your own lived experience to model healthy coping skills and share parts of your recovery journey that are helpful and relevant
- Observe client behavior track progress and communicate important updates to the team
Applicants must meet ONE of the following options:
Option 1:
- High school diploma or GED
- One year of posthigh school education in social work psychology or a related field
- One year of general work experience
- Or an equivalent mix of related education and experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Self-identified lived experience as:
- An individual in recovery from a mental health and/or substance use disorder or
- A parent of a child with a behavioral health disorder or
- An adult with an ongoing supportive relationship with someone experiencing a behavioral health disorder
- Completion of Peer Support Training through Utah DSAMH (preferred not required)
- Ability to problem-solve and maintain a client-centered approach
- Spanish speakers may qualify for increased wages after testing
Ready to make a real impact Submit your application today and take the next step toward a career that truly changes lives. Were excited to meet you and cheer you on as you grow with our team!
Employment at Wasatch Behavioral Health is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen motor vehicle record review and criminal background check. After hire you must complete and receive a Criminal Background Clearance (BCI) from Utah State Office of Licensing. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment in the position you must provide an official copy of licensure or certification.
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Offering a full array of mental health and substance use services, including: Crisis Services, Therapy, Psychiatry/Medication Management, Case Management, and Counseling.
