Job description
Highschool diploma or GED required. Self-identified as having direct, personal
experience living with mental illness and recovery, with a primary diagnosis of
mental illness or dual diagnosis. At least one year of experience working on
recovery and able to manage their own wellness.
This position supports individuals with
struggles pertaining to mental
health, psychological trauma, or substance use drawing from
their own lived experience to help guide others through their own mental health
recovery journey. Peers offer encouragement, hope, assistance, guidance,
and understanding that aids in the recovery process of the individual.
Work involves observing interactions with persons served and facilitating
individual and group sessions.
Knowledge of programs for persons with
behavioral and intellectual challenges, of peer philosophy and role, of
recovery models, of trauma-informed care, and of medications administered to
persons being served. Skill in the use of a computer, in sharing personal
challenges, in listening, and in documenting and monitoring interactions with
persons served.
Ability to coordinate and lead other
peer specialist in day-to-day duties. Ability to work in teams, to follow
policies and procedures of the Andrews Center and Medicaid, to work with
persons in challenging situations, and to communicate effectively.
Full-Time - Tyler
Great Fringe Benefits
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