Peer Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
The Pathfinder Network is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Peer Support Specialist to join our team. As a Peer Support Specialist, you will provide one-on-one and group support services to justice system-involved individuals who are in need of support and services.
You will work to support the mission, vision, and values of the Pathfinder Network and engage with clients in a holistic, strengths-based, trauma-responsive, person- and healing-centered way.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide wrap-around support to peers with services, referrals, resources, and assist them in removing barriers to their recovery and resilience.
- Facilitate cognitive-behavioral classes, adhering to the curriculum in its intended format while maintaining fidelity through a standardized evidence-based delivery model.
- Work with parole and probation officers, DHS workers, and/or other community providers to ensure participant compliance and success.
- Provide information and referral for employment, housing, food, clothing, and transportation.
- Coordinate services with other providers, including child welfare, mental health, substance use treatment providers, and other social services.
Requirements:
- Certification or eligibility to be certified as a Certified Recovery Mentor, Peer Support Specialist, or Traditional Health Worker.
- Released from prison/jail and completed all forms of community supervision no less than two years ago.
- Experience delivering peer support services.
- Basic level computer capabilities in use of web-based environments, word processing, email, and spreadsheet data entry.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present and work with diverse audiences.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to a motor vehicle during work hours that is covered by adequate car insurance.
- Must be at least 21 years of age to gain access to Correctional Facilities.
Working Conditions/Travel Requirements:
This job operates within a community service delivery setting. The Pathfinder Network follows public health guidance for any public health emergencies and will remain in compliance with any vaccination or isolation requirements from partner agencies.
This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Typical days of work are Monday through Friday, depending on shift assignments. Shifts may include afternoon and evening hours. Some travel is required in the community and to meetings and trainings.
Compensation and Benefits:
This is a non-exempt, full-time position. For more information on our total compensation and benefits, visit The Pathfinder Network.
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