Peer Specialist - CCLR (55213)

Health Solutions•Pueblo, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Health Solutions is a premier wellness center focused on whole person care. With over 400 employees in Southern Colorado, you would be joining a mighty team of support and administrative staff, clinicians, physicians, nurses, and others in our efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of our community. We’re hiring a full-time Peer Support Specialist, to join us at our Crisis Services facility at 1310 Chinook Lane and Respite at 41 Montebello in Pueblo. Peer Support Specialists, have progressed in their own recovery from substance abuse or a mental health condition and self-identify as peers. Because of their own life experiences, peers can support others in crises and assist them in recovery so they can remain in their community. The peer support specialist provides outreach and acts as a role model, ally, mentor, planner, advocate, educator, resource connector, and tour guide for clients.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Peer Support Professional Certification or ability to obtain within 1 year
Personal knowledge of and experience with behavioral health services
Valid Colorado driver license and access to reliable transportation during work hours
Good driving record
Must already be authorized to work in the US; sponsorships not available

Nice To Haves

Spanish language skills

Responsibilities

Communicate with individuals seeking crisis services in respite and the crisis living room
Support clients by offering them information and hope
Reassure clients through active listening and consultation
Locate resources and make referrals to community partners
Transport clients as needed
Perform light housekeeping duties