Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Peer Support Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping others and possess a strong background in social work, crisis intervention, and mental health counseling.
Responsibilities:
- Provide support and guidance to individuals in crisis situations
- Conduct assessments to determine clients' needs and develop appropriate action plans
- Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to empower clients to make positive changes
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate services and resources for clients
- Offer crisis management support and de-escalation techniques
- Implement behavioral health interventions tailored to individual client needs
Experience:
The successful candidate should have experience or knowledge in the following areas:
- Mentoring individuals facing challenges
- Social work practices and principles
- Motivational interviewing strategies
- Addiction counseling techniques
- Crisis intervention methods
- Knowledge of systems impacting mental health services
- Crisis management skills
- Behavioral health interventions
- Mental health counseling approaches
This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need while working in a supportive team environment. If you are passionate about helping others and possess the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding Support Specialist role.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.50 per hour
Experience:
- Addiction counseling: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person