What are the responsibilities and job description for the YCOT Peer Support Specialist position at Heart of Texas Region MHMR Center?
Under the immediate supervision of Youth Crisis Outreach Team Program Director, provides Peer Support Specialist work. Work involves providing information to clients in crisis, as well as providing emotional support, experienced guidance, and problem-solving assistance in an effort to strengthen the client’s recovery.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED :
- Per referral from Case Managers, Therapists, Skills Trainers, and / or other Treatment Team members, Peer Support Specialist meets with clients served in the YCOT program to provide experienced advice and guidance concerning crisis services and mental health services in general.
- Under the supervision of the YCOT Program Director, provides emotional support to YCOT clients struggling to meet their unique and personal challenges.
- Participates as a team member in conferences designed for the diagnosis and treatment of clients.
- Assists youth in identifying barriers and problems as well as in problem solving.
- On behalf of child / adolescent / family / caregiver(s), acts as liaison and advocate with appropriate agencies, physicians, schools, employers, etc.
- Consults and meets with other YCOT staff regularly.
- Increases knowledge and skills through attendance of outside conferences and seminars whenever
possible.
Experience and Training
Must have experience with lived experience with a Serve Mental Illness.
Education
High School diploma or equivalent. Experience in social services work preferred.
KNOWLEDGE. SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Hours : Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Salary : $13.00 Hourly $27,040 Annually
Position : 749
Benefits :
Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network strives to offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes :
Employer paid Health Insurance, no copays, no deductibles, 0 cost most prescriptions
Employer paid Dental Insurance
Employer paid Life Insurance
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
Payroll Direct Deposit
12 paid Holidays per year
Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan (Center will contribute 12% of employee earnings)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - begins after 3 months of full time employment
Department : Child & Adolescent Units
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position
Salary : $27,040
