Peer Support Specialist - PT
About The Position
Peer Support Specialists take the lead on engagement and may provide non-clinical assistance to consumers after the initial crisis has been resolved. They must demonstrate competency in peer-to-peer support before providing services independently. The 988 Program provides 24/7 mobile community outreach to adults experiencing mental health, substance use, or suicidal emergencies. Staff respond in teams of two—a Crisis Response Specialist and a Peer Support Specialist—to provide assessment, risk assessment, safety planning, service linkages, and follow-up care. The program seeks to de-escalate crises without law enforcement involvement unless necessary for consumer or team safety. This is a part-time position with various shifts. Hours worked from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. receive a $1.00 shift differential.
Requirements
- High school education.
- Training in crisis intervention.
- At least 2 years of continuous recovery from an SMI or SUD diagnosis.
- At least 1 year of field experience working with community individuals.
- Certification from at least one approved credentialing entity: Addiction Professional Certification Board (CRSP or CPRS); Mental Health Association in New Jersey (CRSP); or NAADAC (NCPRSS, Certified Wellness Coach, or Community Mental Health Associate certificate).
- Driver's license in good standing, with no recent suspensions or careless/reckless driving or excessive speeding violations of more than 20 MPH, and no more than 2 moving violations within the last 3 years.
Responsibilities
- Take the lead on engagement with consumers.
- Provide non-clinical assistance and support after the initial crisis has been resolved.
- Respond to crises as part of a two-person team.
- Provide assessment, risk assessment, safety planning, linkage to services, and follow-up care.
- Demonstrate competency in peer-to-peer support before rendering services independently.
- Participate in required de-escalation, mental health crisis, substance use crisis, and suicide training.
Benefits
- NJ Earned Sick Leave Time.
- Time and one half paid for time worked on 9 Agency-paid holidays.
- Training opportunities provided throughout the year.
- Part-time staff are eligible for a retention bonus of $9.60 for every 8-hour shift worked, every six months.
- $1.00 shift differential for hours worked from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
