Peer Mental Health Specialist

YOUTH SERVICES SYSTEM INC•Wheeling, WV

5d•$17 - $18

About The Position

The Peer Mental Health Specialist is responsible for the development of a Peer mental health network for youth/ young adults. This position will outreach and coordinate with existing mental health and recovery services and develop other necessary strength-based supports needed to promote successful recovery. This Peer Specialist will provide mental health support to youth and young adults in northern panhandle counties of West Virginia.

Requirements

Knowledge and experience of adults with mental health diagnosis
Excellent time management and organizing skills
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
Experience working with the recovery community
Experience in program development
Ability to work under pressure and multitask
Proficient and accurate documentation
Ability to use Adobe and Microsoft software
Requires Highschool Diploma/G.E.D or equivalent
Must have lived experience.
Must be able to obtain Peer Recovery Coach Certification.
Must have valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance as required by law

Nice To Haves

Prefers Associate Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related human services field.

Responsibilities

Research other successful youth peer mental health networks.
Outreach to mental health networks to learn about supports necessary to promote successful recovery.
Outreach to local peer recovery providers to coordinate efforts.
Become a certified Recovery Coach.
Participate in local Recovery Coach Training and promote certification process.
Public speaking engagements to promote awareness and accessibility of mental health services.
Provide mental health support using evidence-based Programs.
Assist with tracking and reporting performance measures.
Complete necessary documentation and grant reporting.
Assist with transportation to improve accessibility of mental health services.
Assist with applications for private funding to support recovery efforts.
Attend necessary treatment team and community meetings.
Assist consumers in accessing benefits.
Other duties as assigned.