I Am Boundless, Inc.·Newark, Ohio
Provide structured, recovery-oriented support to youth and families using lived experience with mental health challenges. Collaborate with the Child and Family Team to help clients develop coping skills and navigate behavioral health services.
I Am Boundless is hiring for a Peer Mental Health Support Specialist (PMHSS)!
Boundless is a non-profit organization specializing in assisting individuals with I/DD and has been serving Ohio for over 40 years.
At I Am Boundless, we’re on a mission to build a world that realizes the boundless potential of all people.
Join our team, which shares a common passion and purpose in empowering our community.
– Why Join Boundless?
The Peer Mental Health Support Specialist (PMHSS) is a non-clinical, Medicaid-reimbursable role within OhioRISE Care Coordination.
The PMHSS utilizes lived experience with mental health challenges (as an individual and/or caregiver) to provide structured, strengths-based, and recovery-oriented support to youth and families.
The PMHSS focuses on supporting mental health wellness through emotional regulation, coping skill development, and navigation of behavioral health services.
Services are individualized, medically necessary, and directly tied to goals identified in the Individualized Care Plan (ICP).
This role is a member of the Child and Family Team (CFT) and works collaboratively with the Care Coordinator and other providers to support engagement and progress.
Certified Peer Supporter (Adult or Family Peer) through the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, or ability to obtain certification within required timeframe
High school diploma or GED required
Demonstrated lived experience with mental health challenges (individual and/or caregiver)
Ability to appropriately and professionally utilize lived experience to support others
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with youth and families with behavioral health needs
Knowledge of OhioRISE and high-fidelity wraparound principles
Experience supporting individuals with emotional regulation and coping strategies
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join a company where you can realize your Boundless potential!
All candidates selected to undergo the pre-employment process will be required to complete a background check, drug screen, and health screen, as applicable for the role.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and certification as a Peer Supporter through the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. Candidates must have demonstrated lived experience with mental health challenges as an individual or caregiver.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Ohio are typically in steady demand as employers seek clinicians who can support outpatient, community, and integrated care settings. These positions are competitive because they often require a master’s degree and a valid clinical license, and candidates should note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time. Before applying, confirm licensure fit and prepare examples of direct client care, crisis response, or care coordination.