Peer Support Specialist - Women's Residential (Sat & Sun: 8P-8A)

Impact Life • Seaford, DE

2d

About The Position

The Peer Support Specialist supports residents as they navigate behavioral health systems and recovery resources. The role educates and empowers individuals to build a strong, stable recovery support system, and works directly with residents on self-care, self-awareness, coping skills, encouragement, and the benefits of long-term recovery. The position is part-time and located in Seaford, Delaware, with overnight shifts on Saturdays from 8:00 PM to Sundays at 8:00 AM and Sundays from 8:00 PM to Mondays at 8:00 AM. A shift differential is available.

Requirements

• At least two years of proven work experience as a Peer Support Specialist or in a similar role in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, or a related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Compassion and attention to detail.
• Ability to be on call for emergencies and work weekends and public holidays.
• Valid driver's license at the time of application and maintained throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant training and/or certifications as a Peer Support Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Arrange medical appointments, therapy sessions, support groups, and other resources to aid residents.
• Monitor residents’ behavior, schedules, medication, and activities.
• Report unusual behavior, conflicts, or deviations in recovery to relevant professionals.
• Liaise regularly with family members and medical professionals.
• Provide culturally appropriate recovery education and support.
• Refer and link clients to appropriate agency and community services, including clinical and medical services, as needed and in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the resident care team to develop individualized plans.
• Provide care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that respects residents’ diversity, autonomy, dignity, and rights.
• Conduct support meetings, offer service linkage as specified in care plans, and respond to resident emergencies as needed.
• Assist residents with self-care and self-awareness, teach coping skills, and encourage recovery.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays Yearly
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Shift differential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed