Peer Specialist I

3 weeks ago


Boston, United States Boston Medical Center Full time

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Peer Specialist I will perform various duties to support the Recovery Learning Community (RLC) programs. Peer Specialists I will assist in maintaining a resource library, assist in the collection and reporting of data, facilitate events and programs of the RLC, foster a warm and welcoming environment,, communicate, represent and promote the peer perspective facilitate peer-run groups.

Position: Peer Specialist I

Department: Psychiatry

Schedule: Part Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

* Provides on-going health education, emotional support and encouragement to Recovery Learning Community (RLC) program participants.
* Provides assistance in the development of reports and collection of data.
* Attends and participates in social events, trainings and workshops within the mental health system.
* Helps to facilitate events and training sessions within the RLC program.
* Informs, supports and empowers peers receiving mental health services. Acts consistently in a manner that demonstrates dignity and respect for peers. Acts in a calm, gentle manner and treats all peers and professionals alike with respect. Acts as role model, sharing personal strengths and skills and promoting hope in recovery.
* Maintains knowledge of current available resources and information through department communications, published literature, and other available sources. Assists in maintaining resource library stocked and up-to-date.
* Conforms to hospital standards of performance and conduct, including those pertaining to patient rights, so that the best possible customer service and patient care may be provided.
* Utilizes hospital's behavioral standards as the basis for decision making and to support the department and hospital's mission and goals.
* Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.
* Other duties as needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

* Certified Peer Specialist or equivalent experience in a mental health care environment or related work experience required. Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in healthcare field preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

* Certified Peer Specialist preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

* Current or previous experience as recipient of mental health services required (Referred by department).

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

* Basic computer familiarity inclusive of ability to enter and access data/information.
* Excellent interpersonal skills to instill confidence and to advocate for patients and their family.
* Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans


  • Peer Specialist

    3 weeks ago


    Boston, United States NORTH SUFFOLK COMMUNITY SERVICES INC Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are seeking Peer Support Specialists for our Adult Community Clinical Services Program (ACCS)! As a Peer Specialist for North Suffolk, you’ll build supportive relationships that promote empowerment and self-learning. The Peer Specialist position is designated for a person who has lived experience and wants to help guide...

  • Peer Specialist

    3 weeks ago


    Boston, United States NORTH SUFFOLK COMMUNITY SERVICES INC Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are seeking Peer Support Specialists for our Adult Community Clinical Services Program (ACCS)! As a Peer Specialist for North Suffolk, you’ll build supportive relationships that promote empowerment and self-learning. The Peer Specialist position is designated for a person who has lived experience and wants to help guide...

  • Peer Specialist

    3 weeks ago


    Boston, United States NORTH SUFFOLK COMMUNITY SERVICES INC Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionNorth Suffolk is looking for a Peer Specialist to join our Emergency Respite team! This position is designated for a person who identifies as having lived experience and is willing to share that experience for the benefit of the people they support. The Peer Specialist engages in non-directive and supportive relationships that...


  • BOSTON, United States Boston University Full time

    The Research Specialist I will be responsible for assisting with studies as detailed below. The Research Specialist I may collaborate with other members of the research team, faculty, and staff of the Behavioral Health Equity Program, but will also b Research, Specialist, Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Medicine, School, Healthcare, Education


  • Boston, United States PSG Global Solutions Full time

    Description We're looking for a Compliance Specialist I , working in Pharmaceuticals and Medical Products industry in 500 Soldiers Field Road, Boston, Massachusetts, 02134, United States . Performs audits necessary to ensure the compliance of manufacturing procedures to in-house specifications and government regulation. Conducts internal audits...


  • Boston, United States Boston Public Health Commission Full time

    The Commission's Homeless Services Bureau, in existence since 1983, has extensive experience providing integrated primary health, substance abuse, and mental health services to homeless individuals. We offer transitional health and social assistance to homeless Bostonians, including emergency shelter and permanent supportive housing throughout the city and a...


  • Boston, United States TD Bank Full time

    **Work Location**: Remote Boston (MA) **Hours**: 40 **Pay Details**: $25.00 - $40.25 USD **Line of Business**: Personal & Commercial Banking The Small Business Specialist I proactively deepens relationships with existing Small Business customers within a specified territory. The Small Business Specialist I ensures equal access to banking products and...


  • Boston, United States NORTH SUFFOLK COMMUNITY SERVICES INC Full time

    North Suffolk is looking for an Addictions Specialist to join our ACCS teams! As an Addictions Specialist / Substance Abuse Specialist, you’ll lead the team in working with persons served to understand how substance use and potentially addictive behavior impacts the person’s health. Your goal will be to help the team develop a plan to address the level...


  • Boston, United States Boston Children's Hospital Full time

    75356BR - Medicine-Genetics **Job Posting Description** - This Research Specialist will support clinical research in rare genetic conditions by facilitating online enrollment, online, remote and in person data collection, collection of medical records, and collection of biospecimens from patients around the world with rare genetic conditions we study in...


  • Boston, United States Mass Rehabilitation Commission Full time

    **The Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) is a learning and participatory performance culture with an emphasis on high performance teams, individual performance/contribution/impact, and engaging in activities to promote and support a program/division/agency (e.g., committee membership, Roadmap workgroup membership, presenting at Town Halls). In...


  • Boston, United States Boston Childrens Hospital Full time

    Job Posting DescriptionThis Research Specialist will support clinical research in rare genetic conditions by facilitating online enrollment, online, remote and in person data collection, collection of medical records, and collection of biospecimens from patients around the world with rare genetic conditions we study in Wendy Chung's lab. Collection and...


  • Boston, United States Massachusetts General Hospital Full time

    User Support Specialist I-(3286354) Description This role is located in the historical Charlestown Navy Yard area The User Support Specialist is responsible for implementation, maintenance, and support of the Institute’s technology resources including desktop and laptop computers, printers, classroom audio visual technology, and lab and...


  • Boston, United States Metro Boston Area Full time

    The Metro Boston Area Department of Mental Health (DMH) is currently hiring for the position of Security Team Specialist. **Duties and Responsibilities **_(these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive)_**: - Patrols all buildings, grounds, and adjacent areas of the hospital at regular intervals and guards against trespass, theft, fire, and...


  • Boston, United States State of Massachusetts Full time

    The Metro Boston Area Department of Mental Health (DMH) is currently hiring for the position of Security Team Specialist. Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):- Patrols all buildings, grounds, and adj Security, Specialist, Mental Health, Hospital, Healthcare


  • Boston, United States Boston Children's Hospital Full time

    This Clinical Research Specialist I will be responsible for:Assisting Principal Investigators in planning and implementing clinical research studies as assigned. Under the direction of the PI, coordinating preparation of protocol applications for submission to the IRB, sponsor, or regulatory authority. As directed by the PI, corresponding with the IRB, study...

  • Financial Associate I

    2 weeks ago


    Boston, United States Harvard University Full time

    The Payroll Specialist reports to the Manager of Payroll Operations, with the primary responsibility of processing the Faculty, Annual Appointees and Teaching Fellow payrolls at the Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health (SPH). This position revi Payroll Specialist, Financial, Payroll, Associate, Specialist, Education, Business Services, Skills


  • Boston, United States DPS Group Global Full time

    Deviations Specialist (Pharmaceutical)Boston (Seaport), MASummaryDPS Engineering is looking for a Manufacturing Deviations Specialist to provide investigation and compliance support to the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility. The ideal candidate will perform complex root cause analysis, work with stakeholders to identify corrective and preventative...


  • Boston, United States DPS Group Global Full time

    Deviations Specialist (Pharmaceutical)Boston (Seaport), MASummaryDPS Engineering is looking for a Manufacturing Deviations Specialist to provide investigation and compliance support to the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility. The ideal candidate will perform complex root cause analysis, work with stakeholders to identify corrective and preventative...


  • Boston, United States DPS Group Global Full time

    Deviations Specialist (Pharmaceutical)Boston (Seaport), MASummaryDPS Engineering is looking for a Manufacturing Deviations Specialist to provide investigation and compliance support to the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility. The ideal candidate will perform complex root cause analysis, work with stakeholders to identify corrective and preventative...


  • Boston, United States Partners Healthcare System Full time

    We're offering a generous sign-on bonus ($10,000) to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process. The Cardiac Catheterization Technologist I acts as a critical member of the patient care team within the department, collaborates fully with the...