Peer Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, United States Benchmark Human Services Full time
About Benchmark Human Services

Benchmark Human Services is a leading organization in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. With a commitment to empowering marginalized populations, we strive to create a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Peer Support Specialist to join our Idaho Mobile Crisis team. As a Peer Support Specialist, you will provide crisis support services to individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis or in a situation likely to escalate into a crisis if supportive services are not provided.

Responsibilities
  • Provide crisis follow-up services within 72 hours of crisis disposition
  • Complete face-to-face or telephonic follow-up with individuals, as assigned, after crisis response
  • Ensure individuals are linked with appropriate follow-up psychiatric, substance use, social, medical services and/or community resources before discharge
  • Complete documentation as required by Benchmark Human Services or state and federal regulations
  • Assist in the completion of safety plans, as directed by the clinician
  • Attend advocacy and community meetings in the region to provide education regarding mobile crisis services
  • Assist the individual in identifying resources for recovery
  • Attend all scheduled training and staff meetings
  • Assist with crisis response as required, including face-to-face response within an average of 60 minutes
  • Report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation to supervisor or department head
  • Communicate needs of the individual, regarding social determinants of health to supervisor
Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Lived experience with a minimum of 2 years of continuous recovery from a Serious Mental Illness and/or Substance Use Disorder diagnosis
  • At least one year of experience working with individuals with mental illness and/or substance-related disorders who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis
  • Valid driver's license and auto insurance
  • Valid CPR and First Aid Certifications
  • Must be computer literate
  • Certified as a Peer Specialist by at least one of the following credentialing entities: Addiction Professional Certification Board, Mental Health Association in Idaho, NAADAC, Certified Wellness Coach, or Community Mental Health Associate certificate
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in social sciences from an accredited college or university
  • Knowledge of community services and resources relevant to social determinants of health

Benchmark Human Services is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer, and we encourage Veterans, Women, and Individuals with Disabilities to apply.



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