Evening Peer Specialist at Beldame/Building Safety Coordinator

The Empowerment Program • Denver, CO

6d • $21 - $28

About The Position

The Empowerment Program is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and trauma-informed Evening Peer Specialist / Building Safety Coordinator for Beldame, which is owned and operated by The Empowerment Program. This full-time, 40-hour-per-week evening role combines direct peer support with facility safety and oversight. The position supports Medicaid-billable peer support services in accordance with Colorado Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) and Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF) guidelines.

The Peer Specialist draws on lived experience with mental health, substance use recovery, or supportive housing systems to empower participants toward stability, self-sufficiency, and personal growth. The Building Safety Coordinator helps maintain a secure, welcoming, and orderly evening environment by monitoring building access, securing entry points, performing safety walkthroughs, and responding appropriately to emergencies. The schedule is Wednesday through Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The position is non-exempt and pays $21.00 to $28.00 per hour, commensurate with certification status and applicable experience.

Requirements

• Possess active Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification or an equivalent Colorado state-recognized peer credential, or be able to obtain certification within a designated timeframe.
• Be willing to draw transparently on personal lived experience with mental health challenges, substance use recovery, or homelessness to connect with participants.
• Have demonstrated experience working with vulnerable populations, including people experiencing chronic homelessness, trauma, severe mental illness, or substance use disorders.
• Have an understanding of, or familiarity with, Colorado BHA guidelines and HCPF regulations concerning Medicaid documentation and service delivery.
• Demonstrate strong judgment and composure under pressure and the ability to handle building safety protocols, security checks, and emergency responses calmly and effectively.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to trauma-informed care, cultural humility, and gender-responsive support.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working specifically in Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) or residential facility settings.
• Bilingual or multilingual capabilities.
• First Aid / CPR certification, or willingness to obtain it upon hire.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and Medicaid documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer-led, trauma-informed, and gender-responsive support to Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) participants while honoring their autonomy and self-determination.
• Help participants identify personal goals, connect with community resources, and use coping strategies aligned with their support plans.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and professional clinical documentation, including progress notes and service logs, in accordance with HCPF and BHA standards and Medicaid billing requirements.
• Use peer principles, motivational interviewing, and de-escalation techniques to support participants experiencing acute distress, collaborating with clinical team members.
• Monitor building entry points, secure exterior doors during evening hours, and manage visitor sign-ins and protocols.
• Conduct routine safety checks of common areas, hallways, and perimeter zones to identify maintenance, safety, or security concerns.
• Serve as the primary on-site evening contact for urgent situations; assess incidents and contact local authorities, emergency medical services, or crisis response teams as needed.
• Accurately document and report safety incidents, maintenance issues, and policy violations according to agency protocols.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed