Peer Support Specialist - Adult Intensive Services
About The Position
Rooted in a recovery-oriented philosophy, Adult Intensive Services partners closely with clients to identify personal goals, strengthen independence, and maintain control over their lives. Our approach honors everyone as the expert in their own experience and emphasizes collaboration, respect, and empowerment as every stage of care. As a Peer Support Specialist, you will create a supportive, empowering environment where clients can identify and pursue their own recovery and resiliency goals. Drawing from your lived experience, you will engage individuals in a peer-to-peer capacity, teaching practical skills and providing encouragement as clients work toward self-identified goals related to social connection, education, housing, benefits, illness management, and overall wellness. Your voice, experience, and authenticity are essential to helping clients feel understood, hopeful, and empowered. This position includes eligibility for a monthly performance bonus.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience, with the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
- Lived or relational experience similar to the population served, including experience with mental health challenges, substance use, co-occurring conditions, or child family systems.
- Actively engaged in personal recovery or resiliency plan for at least one year.
- Strong motivation to support and inspire others in their recovery journey.
- Demonstrated respect for individual strengths, independence, and self-determination.
- Valid Colorado driver’s license with an insurable driving record.
Nice To Haves
- Brings empathy, lived experience, and passion for supporting others.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct services to clients with the guidance of an Administrative or Clinical Supervisor.
- Use lived experience, empathy, and recovery-oriented practices to model hope, resilience, and effective coping strategies, supporting clients through coaching, role modeling, and appropriate self-disclosure.
- Partner closely with therapists and the clinical team to coordinate services, respond to client needs, and support treatment goals while helping prevent crises, deterioration, or hospitalization.
- Help clients access benefits, community resources, and supportive services by coordinating care with internal programs and external partners.
- Support clients in identifying barriers to recovery or resiliency, recognizing warning signs, and building health habits that promote wellness and reduce the risk of relapse or crisis.
- Coach clients in practical life and behavioral skills, assist with problem-solving, and support activities of daily living, while offering a compassionate, listening ear.
- Promote medication awareness and effective communication with medical and mental health providers; assist clients in developing wellness, recovery, or crisis plans (e.g., SAMHSA tools, Psychiatric Advance Directives).
- Provide encouragement and support to clients and, when appropriate, their families or support systems.
- Advocate for clients across settings such as schools, nursing facilities, healthcare systems, and family environments.
- Lead or support social, recreational, peer support, or consumer-run groups that foster connection and community.
- Maintain timely, accurate documentation, including progress notes and electronic health records, ensuring services are ethically delivered and appropriately billed.
Benefits
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Multiple medical, dental, and vision plans at no cost to employees
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Retirement plan with employer contributions
- Loan forgiveness opportunities
- Employee referral bonuses
- Professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
