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Peer Specialist

1 month ago

Norwood, Massachusetts, United States Riverside Community Care Full time

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Peer Specialist to join our Mobile Crisis Intervention Team. As a Peer Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing support and guidance to individuals in crisis, utilizing your personal experience and knowledge of navigating the greater system of care.

Key Responsibilities:

Convey hope and provide psychoeducation to individuals in crisis, including information about recovery, rehabilitation, and crisis self-management

Assist in arranging services to which the individual is being referred after the MCI intervention, and work with the person and family to support them during the transition to those follow-up services

Provide similar services in the MCI service and Adult CCS as staffing and time permit

Requirements:

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Basic computer fluency (including Microsoft Office)

Must be a Certified Peer Specialist or obtain certification as a Peer Specialist within 6 months-1 year of hire

Valid driver's license, safe driving record, and regular access to a reliable vehicle

Haitian Creole fluency

What We Offer:

Competitive hourly rate of $22.27, with additional pay for CPS and CARC certifications

Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organization

A supportive and inclusive work environment

Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance options

Flexible spending accounts and paid time off

Employee assistance program and travel assistance program

Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring

Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events

Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner's fee

About Riverside Community Care:

Riverside Community Care is dedicated to respect, integrity, and engagement of all individuals. We are committed to building an inclusive and culturally competent organization and value the richness of having a diverse applicant pool. As an employer committed to equal opportunity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.