The Peer Support Specialist will provide peer counseling and consultation to individual clients, families, and team members, and act as a liaison with community resources. The role requires self-knowledge and self-awareness of mental health diagnosis/illness and/or substance use disorder, and willingness to use and share personal experience to benefit the team and its clients.
Requirements
- At least two years of experience
- Self-identified as an individual with a serious mental illness who is currently or formerly a recipient of mental health services
- Completed training in wellness management and recovery interventions
- Certification as Peer Support Specialist
- Valid Ohio driver license with less than six points and proof of automobile insurance
- CPR certification, first aid and non-violent crisis intervention training within 60 days of hire
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance