Supported Housing Peer Specialist

BOLEY CENTER • St. Petersburg, FL

5d • $0 - $15 • Onsite

About The Position

Boley Centers, Inc., a private, non-profit organization established in 1970, serves individuals with mental disabilities, those who are homeless, Veterans, and youth in Pinellas County. As a nationally recognized and accredited behavioral health care agency, Boley Centers has an opening for a full-time Supported Housing Peer Specialist. This role involves working with the Treatment Team to deliver psycho-social rehabilitation services and mentoring to consumers, aiding them in achieving their individualized goals.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED equivalency.
• Six months of responsible work experience, preferably involving interactions with the public.
• Knowledge of Recovery Model, counseling techniques, verbal crisis intervention and mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders.
• Valid Florida driver's license required.
• Must be a consumer of mental health services as defined by the Agency.
• Must meet the eligibility requirements of the Agency's vehicle insurance carrier when driving an Agency vehicle or a personal vehicle transporting consumers.

Nice To Haves

• Own transportation vehicle and insurance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide psycho-social rehabilitation services to consumers.
• Mentor services to consumers to assist with achievement of individualized goals.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision

What This Job Offers

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