Canvas Health·Coon Rapids, Minnesota
Provide peer support services to adult clients within Mental Health Crisis Services by sharing lived experience to offer hope and recovery. Assist clients in breaking down barriers to community resources and providing support during crisis calls and in-home visits.
Mobile Crisis Mental Health Peer Specialist – Part-time All are welcome!
People of color, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply!
Salary Level I Base Salary: $17.91 - $20.74/hourly Level II Base Salary also meets criteria for a Mental Health Practitioner: $26.23 - $30.37/hourly The expected compensation range for this position represents a good faith estimate for this position and the specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, experience, and/or FTE.
Benefits eligibility includes (but not limited to): Eligible to accrue Sick and Safe Time Eligibility for limited benefits coverage.
Our Employee Assistance Program offers comprehensive support to employees.
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Employer-matched 401(k) plan About Us This mission of Canvas Health is to bring hope, healing, and recovery to people's lives.
Canvas Health's mental health and substance use disorder providers, clinicians, and staff bring their diverse lived experience to help inform and guide the care they provide to clients.
Our integrated programs and services offer coordinated care to people of all ages in their homes, the community, and in our clinics.
We strive for excellence in clinical care as we serve those living with mental illness, substance use disorders, crisis, unstable housing, and trauma.
Canvas Health is a non-profit, Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) specializing in serving clients who are on Medicaid.
This position provides Peer support services within the Mental Health Crisis Services to adult clients; offering support and hope to individuals with mental illness by sharing their story and helping them to discover their strengths. Certified peer specialists assist the people they serve by helping break down barriers to community resources and provide encouragement for involvement in community activities that support their goals and interests. This non-clinical position may also deal with supporting crisis calls and providing in-home peer support. Schedule Monday – Friday between the hours of 8am – 5pm for total of 20 hours per week Location Fridley, MN
Possess a high school diploma/GED or higher. Certification as a Mental Health Peer Specialist in the state of Minnesota or by Recovery Innovations. This position requires the use of a personal automobile for transportation for business-related travel. Must have the ability to maintain clean driving records, a current driver's license, and auto insurance coverage that meets the requirements set forth by Canvas Health insurance policy limits. Canvas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. Canvas Health will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon a person's race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual or affectional orientation, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other protected class.
Must possess a high school diploma or GED and be a Certified Mental Health Peer Specialist in Minnesota or via Recovery Innovations. A valid driver's license, clean driving record, and auto insurance are required for business travel.
Market context
Behavioral health openings in Minnesota often reflect steady demand in community, residential, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates who can meet licensing, safety, and transportation requirements. These roles can be competitive because employers look for reliability, CPR/First Aid certification, a valid Minnesota driver’s license, and a clean DHS background check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and driving record before applying.