Peer Support Specialist (Part-Time)

TGTHR•Boulder, CO

7d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

TGTHR seeks a Peer Support Specialist to provide assistance, support, and advocacy for clients, helping them identify life choices and overcome obstacles to achieve their goals. Focusing on each client’s strengths, the role promotes personal growth, development, and recovery as clients transition from homelessness to stable housing. TGTHR seeks candidates with lived experience in homelessness and mental health and/or substance misuse who can use personal, practical experience and first-hand insight to benefit clients and their support team. The position is part-time at 20 hours per week, based at 1440 Pine in Boulder, Colorado, and reports to the 1440 Program Manager. Compensation is $23–$26 per hour. Applications are open from August 31, 2026, through September 28, 2026, with rolling review. The offer is contingent on satisfactory background and reference checks. TGTHR is a drug-free workplace.

Requirements

Lived experience as a recipient of mental health, substance use, and/or homeless services, with the ability to model recovery.
At least two years of stable housing.
At least two years of active participation in personal recovery; all recovery pathways are honored.
High school diploma or GED; work experience in lieu of a degree will be accepted.
Time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with computerized office systems, such as Microsoft Office, email, and phone systems.
Conflict mediation and resolution skills.
Ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.
Trauma-informed, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive approach.
Creativity, flexibility, and resilience under pressure.
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs., move up and down stairs, and sit for long periods while performing typing duties.
Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to drive clients to important meetings, groups, or appointments.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish language skills.
At least one year of paid or volunteer experience in a related field.
Prior experience working with youth and/or vulnerable populations.
Experience with Salesforce.

Responsibilities

Provide individual peer support, using lived experience to validate clients’ experiences.
Help clients identify, understand, and combat stigma related to mental health, substance misuse, and homelessness.
Respond appropriately to crises using trauma-informed care.
Encourage clients to take responsibility for and actively participate in their recovery.
Solicit, listen, and respond to client feedback about services.
Assist clients with transitioning into and maintaining housing.
Facilitate connections to substance misuse programs and on-site or telehealth mental health resources.
Facilitate group peer support sessions, validate shared experiences, and encourage active participation in recovery.
Foster a supportive, trauma-informed, and culturally competent environment that encourages collaboration and respect.
Maintain confidentiality of client information in accordance with organizational policies.
Complete documentation and reports accurately and on time in Salesforce; ensure required forms are complete and submitted promptly.
Follow organizational policies and procedures and attend required meetings, supervision sessions, and peer support training.
Participate in weekly staff meetings to address client and program issues.
Provide kind and timely communications, proactive support, flexibility, teamwork, and excellent internal and external customer service.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure client voice and choice are prioritized in service planning.
Complete additional tasks as assigned.