Hybrid Peer Support Specialist – Teen Text Line

Posted 6 days ago

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About the role

  • Peer Support Specialist offering support and encouragement to individuals facing mental health challenges. Working collaboratively with clinical teams to enhance care and recovery efforts.

Responsibilities

  • Provide peer support and a safe, non-judgmental environment for clients.
  • Actively listen to clients' experiences, challenges, and goals.
  • Offer empathy, encouragement, and practical strategies for coping and recovery.
  • Collaborate with the clinical and counseling teams to enhance client care.
  • Foster a sense of belonging and community among clients.
  • Participate in team meetings to share insights and updates.
  • Review client progress and provide ongoing support.
  • Continuously develop your peer support skills through training and self-improvement.
  • Assist in the development of recovery-focused initiatives and programs.
  • Contribute to the evaluation and improvement of peer support services.
  • Maintain documentation of client interactions and progress.
  • Perform general administrative support and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Lived experience with mental health or substance use challenges and a strong commitment to recovery.
  • Completion of a recognized Peer Support Specialist training program or certification preferred (or within 90 days)
  • Strong communication and active listening skills.
  • Empathy and the ability to build trust with clients.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate with clinical and counseling professionals.
  • Dedication to breaking down stigma surrounding mental health and substance use.

Benefits

  • This is a non-benefited position.

Job title

Peer Support Specialist – Teen Text Line

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$21 - $29 per hour

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

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