Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Certified Peer Specialist to join our team. As a Certified Peer Specialist, you will provide peer support services to individuals with behavioral health challenges, offering guidance and assistance based on your own lived experiences.
Duties:
- Engage with clients in a supportive and empathetic manner
- Utilize crisis intervention techniques when necessary
- Provide mentorship and guidance to individuals facing behavioral health issues
- Conduct addiction counseling sessions
- Offer mental health counseling and support
- Implement motivational interviewing strategies to empower clients
- Assist in crisis management situations
- Collaborate with other professionals to develop effective care plans
Qualifications:
- Certification as a Peer Specialist
- Proficiency in crisis intervention and management
- Experience in behavioral health and addiction counseling
- Strong mentoring and motivational interviewing skills
- Knowledge of mental health counseling practices
- Ability to effectively manage crises and provide support during challenging situations
- Background in social work or related field is preferred
Join our team as a Certified Peer Specialist and make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals in need of support.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.36 - $23.32 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- REQUIRED- Are you a Certified Peer Support Specialist in NM?
Location:
Work Location: Remote