Peer Support Specialist at Receiving Center - Full Time (Varied Shift)
About The Position
Join our team at Wasatch Behavioral Health as a Full-Time Peer Support Specialist at our Receiving Center in Provo, Utah, earning a competitive wage of $16.49–$21.95/hour . In this onsite role, you'll make a real difference by supporting individuals in crisis, using your empathy, lived experience, and problem-solving skills to guide them through challenging moments. You'll be part of a team that values compassion, collaboration, and growth-both personally and professionally. With strong benefits and a positive, innovative work culture, this is an awesome opportunity to build your career while helping others find hope and stability. Schedule: Varied Days, Varied Hours Compensation: $16.49–$21.95 DOE and Certifications Benefits Utah Retirement Systems (Pension & 401(k) options) Public Employees Health Plan (PEHP) Medical & Dental Insurance Vision Benefits Plan Employer-Provided Health Savings Account (HSA) Contributions Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options Company-Paid Life Insurance Company-Paid Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance Paid Annual Holidays Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Scheduled Annual Pay Increases About Us: Wasatch Behavioral Health Wasatch Behavioral Health is a local government agency dedicated to providing compassionate, accessible mental health and substance-use services. We value collaboration, innovation, empathy, and creating a workplace where both clients and employees can thrive. What You'll Do as a Peer Support Specialist Build and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients Support a recovery-oriented program culture Engage with clients individually and in group settings Model healthy coping strategies and personal recovery Observe, document, and report client progress Utilize de-escalation techniques when appropriate Provide both direct and indirect support to promote ongoing recovery Qualifications Applicants must meet ONE of the following options: Option 1: High school diploma or GED One year of post–high school education in social work, psychology, or a related field One year of general work experience or Equivalent mix of related education and experience Option 2: High school diploma or GED Self-identified lived experience as: An individual in recovery from a mental health and/or substance use disorder or A parent of a child with a behavioral health disorder or An adult with an ongoing supportive relationship with someone experiencing a behavioral health disorder Additional Qualifications: Completion of Peer Support Training through Utah DSAMH (preferred, not required) Ability to problem-solve and maintain a client-centered approach Spanish speakers may qualify for increased wages after testing Apply Today Ready to make a real impact? Submit your application today and take the next step toward a career that truly changes lives. We're excited to meet you and cheer you on as you grow with our team! Employment at Wasatch Behavioral Health is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, motor vehicle record review and criminal background check. After hire you must complete and receive a Criminal Background Clearance (BCI) from Utah State Office of Licensing. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment in the position, you must provide an official copy of licensure or certification.
Requirements
- Applicants must meet ONE of the following options:
- Option 1: High school diploma or GED One year of post–high school education in social work, psychology, or a related field One year of general work experience or Equivalent mix of related education and experience
- Option 2: High school diploma or GED Self-identified lived experience as: An individual in recovery from a mental health and/or substance use disorder or A parent of a child with a behavioral health disorder or An adult with an ongoing supportive relationship with someone experiencing a behavioral health disorder
- Ability to problem-solve and maintain a client-centered approach
- Employment at Wasatch Behavioral Health is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, motor vehicle record review and criminal background check.
- After hire you must complete and receive a Criminal Background Clearance (BCI) from Utah State Office of Licensing.
- Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment in the position, you must provide an official copy of licensure or certification.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of Peer Support Training through Utah DSAMH (preferred, not required)
- Spanish speakers may qualify for increased wages after testing
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients
- Support a recovery-oriented program culture
- Engage with clients individually and in group settings
- Model healthy coping strategies and personal recovery
- Observe, document, and report client progress
- Utilize de-escalation techniques when appropriate
- Provide both direct and indirect support to promote ongoing recovery
Benefits
- Utah Retirement Systems (Pension & 401(k) options)
- Public Employees Health Plan (PEHP) Medical & Dental Insurance
- Vision Benefits Plan
- Employer-Provided Health Savings Account (HSA) Contributions
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Company-Paid Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Annual Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Scheduled Annual Pay Increases
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
