Job Summary
The Certified Peer Specialist plays a vital role in supporting individuals navigating their mental health and addiction recovery journeys. Utilizing lived experience, the specialist provides guidance, encouragement, and practical assistance to help clients achieve their personal goals. This position emphasizes the importance of empathy, understanding, and shared experiences to foster a supportive environment conducive to healing and growth.
Duties
- Provide one-on-one support to clients, sharing personal recovery experiences to inspire hope and resilience.
- Assist clients in developing coping strategies and life skills essential for managing their mental health or addiction challenges.
- Facilitate group sessions that promote peer support and community building among participants.
- Collaborate with mental health professionals to create individualized treatment plans that align with clients' goals.
- Engage in crisis intervention and management when necessary, ensuring client safety and well-being.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client progress and interactions while adhering to confidentiality standards.
- Educate clients about available resources and systems within the behavioral health framework.
- Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to empower clients in their recovery process.
Skills
- Proficient in crisis intervention and crisis management techniques.
- Knowledgeable about mental health counseling practices and addiction counseling methodologies.
- Familiarity with social work principles and behavioral health systems.
- Strong mentoring abilities to guide clients through their recovery journeys effectively.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to facilitate meaningful interactions with clients.
- Ability to build rapport quickly with diverse populations while demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Competence in motivational interviewing to encourage client engagement and self-efficacy.
The Certified Peer Specialist position is an opportunity for individuals passionate about helping others through shared experiences while promoting recovery-oriented practices within the community.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Denver, CO 80204 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Denver, CO 80204: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
