Certified Peer Specialist
About The Position
CommonBond Communities invites qualified applicants to apply for the Certified Peer Specialist position at our Upper Post property. The Certified Peer Specialist will work in an independent supportive housing setting with military veterans transitioning from homelessness, providing recovery-focused mentorship. CommonBond Communities' model has been about supporting residents in finding stability and achieving their goals since 1971. They combine quality affordable homes with on-site Advantage Services, believing that with the right support and opportunities, all people can thrive. Over 13,000 people across families, seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities and other barriers call a CommonBond community home. Their core values are Respect, Integrity, Partnership, Innovation, and Excellence.
Requirements
- Qualified peer support specialist with certification required (and/or preferred and required within 6 months of employment)
- Personal experience with mental health recovery required
- Experience and willingness to utilize evidence based practices and person centered rehabilitation approaches to assist residents with transitioning integration into the community
- Knowledge of needs and concerns for individuals with mental illness and chemical dependency
- Ability to demonstrate interpersonal communication, team work, and professionalism with residents and team members
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience working within diverse communities, which include people of various ages, gender, sexual orientations, national origins, income levels, ability levels, religious affiliations, races, and languages.
- Experience utilizing MS Office and web based programs.
- Be Certified in CPR and First Aid or have the ability to become certified within six months of starting position.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
Nice To Haves
- Dual disorders/chemical dependency professional experience preferred.
- Experience and knowledge of homeless and military veteran populations
Responsibilities
- Coordinates Supportive Housing Services
- Actively participate in team meetings, including consultation
- Promote recovery perspective as the key component to discussions with residents and team members
- Facilitate and elicit recovery skills development in mental health and chemical dependency
- Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and competency as related to the targeted clients and recovery
- Coaching, model, and provide feedback for independent living skills
- Function as the peer based bridge for transitioning into stable housing and community resources
- Provide recovery education and planning in the residential community setting to support autonomy, personal responsibility, self-control, and independence
- Provide outreach to new and existing residents within the community
- Plan, promote, and facilitate holistic, wellness focused activities/groups/learning
- Identify barriers to recovery and involvement in community based activities
- Work collaboratively with residents to identify strength based skills, set goals, and encourage self-advocacy
Benefits
- Work-life balance
- Competitive salary
- Employee referral program
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Employee recognition and rewards program
- A respectful and growth-oriented workplace
- A chance to make a difference in the community!
- Ongoing training and professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
