Job Description

Pathways complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, pregnancy status, victim status, marital status, member of the armed services or covered veteran status, or any other status that is protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy includes, but is not limited to: recruitment, employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, termination, compensation, benefits, layoffs, training, and social and recreational programs.

Salary - $32,500 - $35,000
 
Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Certification/License Requirement:  Peer Support Specialist Certification

Duties/Responsibilities:  The Peer Support Specialist will provide community based, on-scene social and emotional support, advocacy and consumer information to (individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis). These activities are planned and implemented through a partnership between the participant and the treatment team members. These activities are provided to support individuals to live their own lives and to direct their own recovery and wellness process. 
 
Experience Required:  A self-identified consumer of Mental health Services diagnosed with a mental illness or substance abuse disorder; attend Peer Support Training; have an understanding of the recovery process and how to use that process to help others. History of working crisis or residential Preferred.  

Job Tags

Full time, Local area,

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