Peer Support Specialist

1 day ago


Framingham, Massachusetts, United States JRI Inc Full time
Job Summary

JRI Inc is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Peer Support Specialist to join our team. As a Peer Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing support and resources to individuals living with HIV/AIDS.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide individual and group level support to program participants
  • Recruit new clients for participation in services
  • Assess client needs, income, and residency, and provide service planning
  • Maintain client charts through regular reassessments, service plans, and tracking of outcomes
  • Write progress notes after 1:1 and group level contact with program participants
  • Conduct face-to-face client visits to reassess service needs
Requirements
  • Firsthand knowledge of HIV/AIDS and experience providing direct support services to people living with HIV/AIDS
  • Ability to interact with people from diverse backgrounds and communities
  • Ability and willingness to attend required training
  • Knowledge of harm reduction philosophy and practice
  • Ability to communicate a positive, self-affirming, empowering attitude toward the lives of people living with HIV/AIDS
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to advocate for self and others
  • High school diploma; some college experience preferred
  • Computer skills, familiarity with office software, and internet literacy
What We Offer
  • A welcoming and inclusive work environment
  • A $2,000 bilingual bonus for new hires who speak a second language other than English
  • Reimbursement for professional licenses and certifications
  • Excellent medical and dental benefits
  • Retirement benefits, including 401K matching and pension after 5 years of employment
  • Professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement and discounted tuition rates
  • Wellness benefits, including employee resource groups and self-care resources

JRI Inc is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds.



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