Certified Peer Support Specialist

New Castle, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Certified Peer Support Specialist

Job Location: 14 Central Ave New Castle DE 19720 (Onsite)

Type: Long Term Contract

Shift: 1^st Shift

Job Description:

An individual who has lived experience with mental illness addiction co-occurring conditions and/or recovery. Support others going through similar life challenges they once experienced. Assist individuals in developing the skills and resources they need to live an independent and productive life in the community. Helps consumers as they transition from one level of care to another. Reports to an administrative superior and is responsible for providing comprehensive patient care services that support the integrity of the Department of Health and Human Services Division of Mental Health and Substance Abuse.

Required Skills:

High School diploma or GED
Valid Drivers License
Applicant must have direct personal experience living with mental illness and/or addiction and recovery and must be willing to self-disclose lived experience for the purpose of education role modeling and providing hope to others about the reality of recovery.
Applicant must complete Delaware Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training.
Applicant must have experience in a peer role.

Job Title: Certified Peer Support Specialist Job Location: 14 Central Ave New Castle DE 19720 (Onsite) Type: Long Term Contract Shift: 1st Shift Job Description: An individual who has lived experience with mental illness addiction co-occurring conditions and/or recovery. Support others going t...