Certified Peer Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Las Cruces, NM, United States Families & Youth Inc Full time
Certified Peer Support Worker (Non-Exempt/Hourly position)

Families and Youth Innovation Plus is hiring full-time and part-time Certified Peer Support Worker

Applicants must be certified as CPSW (certified peer support workers) by the State of New Mexico

A Certified Peer Support Worker utilizes their lived experience with mental health, substance use, and/or trauma recovery to support others on their recovery journey. This role bridges the gap between clinical services and peer-based recovery support, working as part of an integrated healthcare team while maintaining the unique perspective of peer support.

Competencies:
  • Acting with Empathy and Compassion
  • Client Focus
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Planning and Organizing
  • Professionalism
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide one-on-one peer support services using personal recovery experience
  • Assist individuals in developing their own recovery goals and action recovery plans
  • Support individuals in identifying and accessing community resources
  • Document services provided in accordance with organizational requirements
  • Maintain appropriate boundaries while building trust-based relationships
  • Advocate for individuals within the healthcare system and community
  • Maintain confidentiality and understand mandatory reporting requirements
  • Practice ethical decision-making
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
  • Time management and reliability
  • Documentation and record-keeping abilities
Lived Experience & Recovery Knowledge
  • Have an understanding of recovery
  • Knowledge of person-centered planning
  • Ability to support self-determination and personal choice
  • Crisis prevention and management skills
  • Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches
Qualifications and Experience
  • Applicants must be certified as (Peer Support Worker) in the State of New Mexico
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Be identified as a current or former consumer of mental health or substance abuse services
  • Must have at least two years of mental health or substance abuse recovery
  • Must have an active driver's license and be in compliance with all New Mexico state vehicle requirements.

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