Peer Specialist
13 hours ago
At Services For The Underserved, Inc., we are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Peer Specialist to join our team. As a Peer Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with mental health challenges, promoting recovery, and fostering a sense of community.
Key Responsibilities:- Engage with participants in a non-judgmental and empathetic manner, fostering a sense of trust and rapport.
- Develop and implement outreach strategies to promote community awareness of S:US services and encourage help-seeking behavior.
- Collaborate with participants to clarify their personal visions and develop their wellness toolkit, promoting self-awareness and life skills.
- Advocate for participants within the team and larger community, ensuring their needs are met and their rights are respected.
- Maintain open and frequent communication with the team, reporting safety concerns and other critical information.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Lived experience of mental health challenges, preferably including experience with psychosis.
- Peer Certification preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to empathize with participants.
- One to two years of active participation in mental health self-help activities, peer support, or peer advocacy programs.
- Basic computer skills, including MS Office suite and Windows.
We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a commitment to fostering a culture of respect, integrity, and continuous quality improvement. If you are passionate about supporting individuals with mental health challenges and promoting recovery, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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