Peer Support Specialist - Adult Mental Health - Full Time
Wellspring•Louisville, KY
•$15 - $18•Hybrid
About The Position
Wellspring champions mental health recovery in Louisville, serving vulnerable adults through behavioral health, housing, and employment services. We believe recovery is possible for all people with psychiatric disabilities. Our recovery-oriented programming uses person-centered care and a multi-disciplinary approach, providing high-quality housing and opportunities for community integration. Wellspring's success relies on dedicated staff committed to excellent service. We value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion.
Requirements
- Experience providing peer support services to clients experiencing serious mental illness and other co-occurring behavioral health disorders.
- Lived experience of mental illness and a desire to assist others in their recovery process.
- Willingness to share personal experience of mental health recovery and support others in need.
- Belief in recovery from mental illness and enthusiasm for helping persons with disabilities, rooted in empathy and compassion.
- A valid driver's license and vehicle.
- A high school degree or equivalent.
- Must already hold a Kentucky Adult Peer Support Specialist Certification.
- Must agree to maintain certification.
- Must pass a criminal background check, clearances of state and federal background checks, multiple abuse/sex-offender registries, and clearance of exclusion lists prior to employment.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.
- Must participate in an annual, random drug-testing program.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrating a careful and caring attitude.
Responsibilities
- Serve as symbols of hope that recovery is possible for other consumers struggling with mental illness.
- Facilitate the recovery of those they work with.
- Provide peer counseling.
- Coach and assist with life skills and illness management skills.
- Support in attending 12-step meetings and step work.
- Assist in the development of social networks.
- Assist with community navigation/engagement.
- Conduct home visits.
- Transport clients to appointments.
Benefits
- Medical insurance with employer contributions
- Dental and vision coverage fully paid for employees (single premium only)
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) to help offset medical expenses
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and resources
- 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 4%
- Employer-paid basic and voluntary life insurance/AD&D for employee (employee-paid spouse and children options available)
- Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Generous paid time off (PTO) starting after 90 days of employment
- 9 paid holidays
- Free access to courses that offer continuing education credits to help maintain licensure
- Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel
- Collaborative culture where staff ideas are heard and can quickly translate into improvements
- Free downtown parking
- Use of company vehicle, if available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
