Peer Support Specialist at American Fork and Eagle Mountain Family Clinic - Part Time

Wasatch Behavioral Health•American Fork, UT

1d•$16 - $22

About The Position

Join Wasatch Behavioral Health as a Part-Time Peer Support Specialist, earning $16.49–$21.95/hour , at our American Fork and Eagle Mountain Family Clinics. Our Family Clinics operate similarly to a medical office and provide comprehensive behavioral health services to children, youth, adults, and families, including therapy, case management, medication management, peer support, and specialized treatment groups. In this role, you'll use your lived experience to support recovery, build meaningful connections, and make a real impact within a collaborative, client-centered team. Schedule: Monday-Friday, Hours are Varied 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!

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