Peer Support Specialist - FT 2nd Shift

SOUTHWESTERN AND AFFILIATES • Evansville, IN

8d • $16 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare is hiring a full-time Peer Support Specialist for the second shift on its Mobile Crisis Team within the Crisis Services and Outreach Department. The role is based at the Crisis Stabilization Unit in Evansville, Indiana. The specialist provides peer recovery support to people experiencing acute crises, using lived experience to build rapport and offering support in person and by phone. Weekend availability is required.

The hourly rate is $17.50 for a Crisis Service Peer Support Specialist certified by DMHA as a Certified Peer, or $16 for a specialist without certification. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, meet certification eligibility requirements, hold a valid driver’s license, and carry required insurance. Applicants must complete required background checks and a drug screen; findings are evaluated under applicable laws and organizational policy and do not automatically disqualify applicants.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Certification is preferred, and eligibility for certification is required. Accepted certifications are Indiana Certified Peer Support Professional (CPSP-DMHA), Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC-A), or Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC–ICAADA).
• Valid driver’s license and required insurance.
• Complete required background checks and a drug screen.
• Weekend availability is required.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as an Indiana Certified Peer Support Professional (CPSP-DMHA), Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC-A), or Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC–ICAADA).

Responsibilities

• Provide peer recovery services, including crisis intervention, outreach, and engagement.
• Support individuals experiencing acute crises in person and by phone.
• Build rapport using lived experience.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance starting Day One.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free confidential counseling and support resources.
• Telehealth.
• Student loan assistance program.
• Double pay for holidays worked.
• Physical and financial wellness programs.
• Continuing education and training through Relias and in-person opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED