Evening Peer Specialist/Building Safety Coordinator

The Empowerment Program • Denver, CO

6d • Onsite

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 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 monitors access, secures entry points, conducts safety walkthroughs, and responds appropriately to emergencies. The position follows Colorado Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) and Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF) guidelines to support Medicaid-billable peer support services.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, and scheduled Wednesday through Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Compensation is $21.00 to $28.00 per hour, commensurate with certification status and applicable experience.

Requirements

• Hold active certification as a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) or equivalent state-recognized peer credential in Colorado, or be able to obtain certification within a designated timeframe.
• Be willing to transparently draw upon 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.
• Understand or be familiar with Colorado BHA guidelines and HCPF regulations concerning Medicaid documentation and service delivery.
• Demonstrate strong judgment and composure under pressure, with 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 within 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 participant 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