Peer Support Specialist - FT 1st Shift
About The Position
Join our innovative Mobile Crisis Team! Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Full-Time Peer Support Specialist to join our First Shift team. If you're passionate about making a real impact in times of crisis, we want to hear from you. Please note: Weekend availability is required. Hourly rate for Crisis Service Peer Support Specialist with Certification by DMHA as a Certified Peer = $17/hour Hourly rate for Crisis Service Peer Support Specialist with NO Certification = $16/hour WHY WORK FOR SOUTHWESTERN? AFFORDABLE Health, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance all start day ONE of employment! 401K Employer Match and Contribution Student Loan Assistance Program Physical & Financial Wellness Programs Competitive Total Compensation Program Individualized orientation and training program We are GROWING!!! WHAT IS THIS POSITION RESPONSIBLE FOR? Peer Recovery services, which include but are not limited to crisis intervention, community outreach and engagement. Observe the progress client’s make toward meeting objectives and provide feedback to clients and treatment providers. Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of professionals. Interact positively by phone and in person with individuals experiencing acute crisis. Establish rapport using your personal experience as a person in recovery.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Certification as a Certified Peer Support Professional preferred. Eligibility to receive certification required.
- To qualify for the CPSP, please visit: FSSA: DMHA: Indiana Certified Peer Support Professionals
- Demonstrated proficiency with interpersonal and writing skills.
- Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
- Must have valid driver's license, auto insurance that meets the Indiana State minimum coverage requirement and qualify for Company's vehicle liability insurance.
- Candidates must pass required background checks including county/state checks and drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- Certification as a Certified Peer Support Professional
Responsibilities
- Peer Recovery services, which include but are not limited to crisis intervention, community outreach and engagement.
- Observe the progress client’s make toward meeting objectives and provide feedback to clients and treatment providers.
- Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of professionals.
- Interact positively by phone and in person with individuals experiencing acute crisis.
- Establish rapport using your personal experience as a person in recovery.
Benefits
- AFFORDABLE Health, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance all start day ONE of employment!
- 401K Employer Match and Contribution
- Student Loan Assistance Program
- Physical & Financial Wellness Programs
- Competitive Total Compensation Program
- Individualized orientation and training program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
