Peer Specialist - Crisis Stabilization Unit
About The Position
Aspire Health Alliance recognizes that attracting and retaining exceptional staff is the key to providing excellent care for our clients. Whether a staff member is providing direct care to those we serve or working on the administrative end supporting the services we are proud to provide, each person’s contribution is highly valued. Our mission, vision and values are supported by organizational culture guiding the work for every staff member: We are one compassionate, accountable community. Working at Aspire Health Alliance can provide enormous job satisfaction. Your contribution is serving to help fulfill a mission, vision and values that support our belief that mental health is the foundation of a person’s overall health and we work to foster an environment that is safe and supportive and free of judgement or prejudice around mental health. In addition, Aspire Health Alliance offers a competitive package of compensation and benefits. The Adult Community Crisis Stabilization (CCS) program is a welcoming, 10-bed, staff-secure environment designed to provide short-term, compassionate, and clinically appropriate crisis stabilization services. As a voluntary and less-restrictive alternative to inpatient hospitalization, our program focuses on safety, dignity, and person-centered care. We are looking for a dedicated Adult Peer Specialist to join our collaborative, multidisciplinary team. You’ll work alongside a supportive group of professionals, including our Clinical Coordinator, Mental Health Workers, Nurses, and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners. This is your opportunity to use your lived experience to inspire hope, empower others, and model what recovery can look like.
Requirements
- Willingness to complete Peer Specialist Certification within 6 months of hire
- Personal experience with recovery from psychiatric disabilities
- A strong belief in every person’s ability to live, work, and thrive in the community with the right supports
- Ability to build trusting, supportive relationships and to honor each client’s preferences and rights
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate individual and group peer support, drawing from your own lived experiences
- Validate and encourage clients as they take active steps toward their own recovery goals
- Partner with the treatment team to share education around recovery, wellness, and crisis self-management
- Assist in the creation and implementation of individualized treatment and aftercare plans
- Offer support, education, and consultation to families, friends, guardians, and other natural supports
- Provide crisis intervention under supervision of clinical staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
