Resident Peer Support Specialist – Shelter Based

Mental Health America of South Central Kansas • Eastborough, KS

just now • Onsite

About The Position

The Resident Peer Support Specialist – Shelter Based is a live-in position that combines peer support and light operational responsibilities within a shelter-based environment. This role utilizes lived experience to support community and engagement while assisting with cleaning, laundry, and maintaining shared spaces. The position helps create a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment that promotes dignity, accountability, and shared responsibility.

Requirements

• Must self-identify as an individual with lived experience in recovery
• Ability to follow direction, complete assigned tasks, and work independently
• Must be reliable and able to maintain professional boundaries in a live-in setting

Nice To Haves

• Basic understanding of cleaning, laundry, and facility upkeep

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining a clean and organized environment, including laundry operations (linens, towels, resident support as needed) and cleaning of common areas (kitchen, restrooms, shared spaces)
• Support daily routines and expectations that contribute to a safe and structured environment
• Encourage shared responsibility among residents for maintaining community spaces
• Work collaboratively with shelter staff to support daily operations and needs
• Communicate concerns, maintenance needs, or resident issues to staff in a timely manner
• Observe resident interactions and overall environment, reporting concerns or changes to staff
• Provide informal support and encouragement to residents during day-to-day interactions
• Model appropriate responses to challenges and encourage use of coping strategies
• Promote a sense of community, belonging, and mutual respect within the shelter
• Encourage positive engagement in routines, responsibilities, and shared living expectations
• Complete basic task tracking or checklists related to cleaning, laundry, and assigned duties
• Follow all shelter policies, expectations, and staff guidance; participate in required trainings
• Maintain appropriate boundaries and confidentiality as a staff member
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees