The Peer Support Specialist provides outreach and support to individuals in crisis, acting as a mentor, advocate, and resource connector. They also perform light housekeeping duties and maintain accurate medical notes through communication with physicians.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and possess or be able to obtain a Peer Support Professional Certification within one year. A valid Colorado driver's license with a good driving record and personal experience with behavioral health services are also required.
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Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
Crisis
Services (Walk-In
Center) -
Pueblo,
CO 81001Position
Type:
Full
TimeEducation
Level:
High
SchoolSalary
Range: $17.45 - $21.21
HourlyTravel
Percentage: Up to 25%Job
Shift:
GraveyardJob
Category: Health CareHealth Solutions is a premier wellness center focused on whole person care. With over 400 employees in Southern Colorado, you would be joining a mighty team of support and administrative staff, clinicians, physicians, nurses, and others in our efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of our community. We’re hiring a full-time Peer Support Specialist, to join us at our Crisis Services facility at 1310 Chinook Lane and Respite at 41 Montebello in Pueblo.
SHIFT:
Friday-Saturday-Sunday 6:00 pm to 6:00 am
AND
Friday-Saturday-Sunday 7:00 pm to 7:00 am What You’ll Be Doing Peer Support Specialists, have progressed in their own recovery from substance abuse or a mental health condition and self-identify as peers. Because of their own life experiences, peers can support others in crises and assist them in recovery so they can remain in their community. The peer support specialist provides outreach and acts as a role model, ally, mentor, planner, advocate, educator, resource connector, and tour guide for clients. 2
Positions open
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Peer Support Specialist, works under the direction of the
Crisis
Services
Supervisor and supervisory designee to: Communicate with individuals seeking crisis services in respite and the crisis living room Support clients by offering them information and hope Reassure clients through active listening and consultation Locate resources and make referrals to community partners Transport clients as needed Perform light housekeeping duties
Physical requirements include the following: Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time Frequently communicates with physicians about medical notes, must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations Occasionally operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer Occasionally lifts and carries items up to 25 pounds Occasional exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids What You’ll Like About Us Competitive pay $17.45 - $21.21 Hourly (Dependent on experience, certification and shift) Generous benefits package. For most positions, includes paid holidays, generous PTO, EAP, tuition reimbursement, retirement, insurances,
Benefits
LTD
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid holidays
FSA
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance
AD&D
Retirement
Generous PTO
EAP
Pet insurance
Childcare
Voluntary life insurance
Wellness benefits program
FSA, and a premier wellness program
Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision, with low deductibles. Also, Wellness benefits program available.
HS
Funded: EAP, LifeLock, Direct Path, Life and AD&D, LTD Retirement 403(b) with employer match up to 6%
Additional
Insurance: FSA, Voluntary Life, Sun Life Voluntary benefits, and pet insurance Childcare Flexible work schedule Employee recognitions and celebrations Warm and friendly work environment in which staff respect and learn from one another QualificationsWhat we’re looking For—The Must-Haves High school diploma or GED equivalent Peer Support Professional Certification or ability to obtain within 1 year Personal knowledge of and experience with behavioral health services Valid Colorado driver license and access to reliable transportation during work hours Good driving record What we’d Like to See in you—the Nice-to-Haves Spanish language skills Health Solutions expects all staff to Adapt to change in the workplace and use change as an opportunity for innovation and creativity. Take ownership of problems, brainstorm problem resolutions, and use sound judgment in selecting solutions to problems, and demonstrate consistent follow through. Possess the job knowledge and skills to perform the fundamental job functions, and willingly assume greater responsibility over time regarding the scope of work. Inspire and model collaborative teamwork and Human Kindness; and Demonstrate accommodation, politeness, helpfulness, trust building, appropriate boundaries, and flexibility in customer service. Must already be authorized to work in the US; sponsorships not available.
