Peer Support Specialist
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Job Location:
New Castle, CO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: Peer Support Specialist
Job Location: 14 Central Ave New Castle DE 19720
Type: Long Term Contract
Shift: 2nd Shift
Role Type: Part- Time (16 Hours/week)
Working Days: Saturday & Sunday only
Job Description:
An individual who has lived experience with mental illness addiction co-occurring conditions and/or recovery and is trained/certified in peer services. 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:
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
- Must have direct personal experience living with mental illness and/or addiction and recovery
- 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.
- Valid drivers license as Travel is required
- Applicant should have at least 3 months experience working or volunteering under supervision in a peer role.
Key Skills
- Children Activity
- Access Control
- Human Resources Administration
- Government
- Actuary
- Hydraulics
