What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Peer Specialist position at Behavioral Health Network?
Description
A Great Place to Work
Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is the largest provider of behavioral health services in Western Massachusetts and a Certified Great Place to Work. If you are a compassionate individual with lived experience and a passion for empowering others on their recovery journey, we invite you to join our team. As a Certified Peer Specialist, you will inspire hope and advocate for individuals navigating the mental health system, fostering a sense of self-determination and resilience.
What You'll Do :
As a Certified Peer Specialist, you will support individuals receiving behavioral health services by sharing your own recovery journey, offering tools and strategies for wellness, and connecting individuals to resources within the peer and general community.
Key Responsibilities :
- Provide self-help education and connect individuals to peer-run groups, housing, benefits, and community events
- Inspire hope and model self-advocacy by sharing your personal recovery story and strategies
- Assist individuals in identifying goals and creating actionable roadmaps for their recovery
- Support individuals in emotional distress by listening and offering empathetic, nonjudgmental support
- Advocate for individuals in treatment or community settings, as requested
- Stay informed about community resources and developments in the recovery movement through ongoing training
What We Offer :
What You'll Bring :
We Hire for Purpose!
Since 1938, Behavioral Health Network has been dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable, and culturally appropriate behavioral health care across Western Massachusetts. Joining BHN means becoming part of a team that values individual worth, compassion, empowerment, and respect in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.
How to Apply :
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact as part of a recovery-focused team, we'd love to hear from you. Click 'Apply for Job' below or visit www.bhnworks.org to apply.
