Peer Support Specialist - Dani's Place
About The Position
Peer Support Specialists at Dani’s Place support clients in mental health recovery by drawing on their lived experience. They provide emotional support, case management, recovery skills, resource guidance, and community assistance, and help staff understand barriers to treatment. The position involves outreach, client engagement, and active participation on the Dani’s Place treatment team while following State, Agency, and Program policies. The role applies client-centered, culturally competent, and trauma-informed care. Peer Support Specialists assess client needs, help implement treatment plans, document services, monitor progress, follow up on care, and assist clients with resources and independent living skills. They also advocate for clients, educate clients and families about wellness, collaborate with teams, and respond appropriately to crises.
Requirements
- High school diploma required.
- Must meet requirements to become a certified peer supporter within six months of hire.
- Must obtain CPI and CPR following hire.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of mental illness and the recovery process.
- Must demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Must demonstrate the ability to identify and respond with emotional intelligence to a person in crisis, using nonviolent de-escalation or linking the person with the appropriate level of care for treatment.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Prior experience preferred.
- Knowledge of co-occurring disorders and treatment preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide peer support services in accordance with applicable policies and standards.
- Assess client needs and help implement treatment plans.
- Document services, monitor client progress, and follow up on care.
- Support clients in accessing resources and building independent living skills.
- Advocate for clients and educate clients and families about wellness.
- Use lived experience to inspire hope and support recovery.
- Apply client-centered, culturally competent, and trauma-informed care.
- Collaborate with teams, manage crises appropriately, and maintain professional standards.
- Conduct outreach and engage clients as part of the Dani’s Place treatment team.
- Help staff understand barriers to treatment.
Benefits
- Paid time off starting at 16 days per year.
- Medical coverage with federal minimum deductibles.
- Dental coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- Retirement planning and employer contribution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
