The Mental Health Peer Support Counselor engages in activities to support clients in their mental health recovery. Using a person centered approach, they advocate for their clients, helping them to build relationships in the community, and empower clients in advocating for themselves and obtaining services that they need. With personal lived experience or having a family member with mental health challenges, the peer worker is a link for clients to resources and the community.
Job Responsibilities:
Advocate for clients in mental health recovery
Assist clients in obtaining services in their community including housing, health insurance, and health care.
Serve as a mentor for clients and work with them to recognize their goals in recovery
Help to develop resources for the clients and the program
Connect clients with each other to establish a support network
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Qualifications:
Personal relevant experience
Positive attitude and flexibility
High School Diploma
Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) a plus
Valid Drivers License and vehicle
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Position Schedule and Salary:
Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm
$18.00 per hour
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ServiceNet is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Mental Health Care
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