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Forensic Certified Peer

SOUTHWESTERN AND AFFILIATES·Evansville, Indiana

$18 - $18/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·
Posted 19 days ago
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About the role

Provide recovery-oriented support to justice-involved individuals with mental illness or substance use disorders to reduce recidivism. Assist clients in setting recovery goals and developing community re-entry plans while serving as a role model through lived experience.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Levell
  • Center -
  • Evansville,
  • IN 47713Position
  • Type:
  • Full
  • TimeEducation
  • Level:
  • High
  • SchoolJob
  • Category: Behavioral HealthStart something meaningful - join our innovative team. Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Full-Time Forensic Certified Peer to join our Jail-based team. If you're passionate about supporting individuals on their recovery journey and making a meaningful impact during a critical time of change, we want to hear from you. Hourly rate for Peer Support Specialist with Certification by DMHA as a Certified Peer = $17.50/hour Hourly rate for Peer Support Specialist with NO Certification = $16/hour Why Work for Southwestern? Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance starting
  • Day
  • One 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee
  • Assistance
  • Program (EAP): Free confidential counseling and support resources. Telehealth Student Loan Assistance Program Double pay for holidays worked Physical & Financial Wellness Programs Continuing education and training through
  • Relias and in-person opportunities
  • Key
  • Responsibilities: Deliver peer recovery support services as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team aimed at reducing recidivism among justice-involved individuals receiving FACT services. Support individuals with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) and/or substance use disorders in recognizing, understanding and overcoming the stigma and discrimination associated with their conditions, empowering them to engage more fully in their recovery journey. Provide person-centered, recovery-oriented services, focusing on each individual’s strengths, preferences, and unique path toward healing and sustained well-being. Assist individuals in articulating personal recovery goals and help them identify actionable, concrete steps to achieve those goals, fostering self-efficacy and motivation in the recovery process. Monitor and assess individuals' progress toward treatment objectives, offering constructive feedback, support, and recommendations to both the individual and the broader treatment team, and alerting the team to any concerns or deviations from treatment plans. Leverage personal lived experience to serve as a role model for recovery, building rapport and trust with individuals by sharing relevant insights and fostering therapeutic relationships. Participate in staff trainings, treatment team meetings, and interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring seamless coordination of care and ongoing professional development. Contribute to the development of individualized community re-entry plans, assisting individuals in their transition from incarceration to independent living or relevant programming, ensuring a smooth and supportive re-entry process. Facilitate meaningful reflection on the application of new skills, coping strategies, and behavioral patterns learned during treatment, helping individuals prepare for their release and reintegration into the community. Assist with care coordination, supporting individuals in identifying their needs, addressing barriers to success, and leveraging their strengths to develop personalized, creative solutions to complex challenges.
  • QualificationsQualifications: High School Diploma or GED required Certification preferred; eligibility required.
  • To be considered certified, must have either: Indiana Certified Peer Support Professional (CPSP-DMHA), or Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC-A or CPRC –
  • ICAADA)
  • To see if you are eligible, please go to:
  • FSSA:
  • DMHA: Indiana Certified Peer Support Professionals or Mental Health America of Indiana CPRC Valid driver’s license and required insurance All candidates must undergo required background checks and a drug screen. Findings are evaluated in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policy and do not automatically disqualify applicants. If you are interested in joining a fun, friendly, innovative team, apply today! EOE/AA including Veterans and Disabled. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please call (812) 435-2057.

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver's license with insurance. Certification as a Peer Support Professional (CPSP-DMHA) or Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) is preferred or required for eligibility.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Case Management
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Care Coordination
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Person-Centered Planning
  • Behavioral Health Support
  • Recovery Coaching
  • Community Re-entry Planning
  • Peer Recovery Support

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Telehealth
  • Student Loan Assistance Program
  • Continuing education and training
  • Physical & Financial Wellness Programs
  • Double pay for holidays worked

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$18 - $18/hr
Location
Evansville, Indiana
Posted
Jul 9, 2026
Application
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SOUTHWESTERN AND AFFILIATES

Southwestern works to meet the behavioral healthcare needs of our communities. Our services include acute psychiatric care for all age groups, 24-hour emergency services, and a full range of services from outpatient and addiction treatment to older adult services for individuals...

Salary listed on 12 jobs
IndustryMental Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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