Demo

Peer Support Specialist-Horizons-Part Time

Hutchinson, KS Part Time
POSTED ON 3/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2025
GENERAL SUMMARY:

As a self-identified individual who has received mental health services, the Peer Support Specialist provides direct supportive mental health services to individuals in the community. Services provided are supportive in nature and focus on rehabilitation and recovery. Peer Support Services are designed to promote skills for coping with and managing psychiatric symptoms while facilitating the utilization of natural resources and the enhancement of community living skills.

Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Provide direct supportive services to individuals struggling with mental health symptoms
  • Assist clients in generating proactive solutions to barriers regarding their recovery
  • Complete documentation in a timely and accurate manner
  • Complete trainings and attend meetings as directed
  • Other job tasks as assigned by the direct supervisor or department head
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Intermediate knowledge of MS Office programs
  • What does “Peer” mean? This unique position requires that a Peer Support Specialist
    • Self-identify as a present or former primary consumer of mental health services
    • Per KDADS guidelines, establishes a minimum of one year in stable recovery
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
  • N/A
REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL SKILLS:
  • Integrity:
    • A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of honesty and the willingness to do the right thing.
    • The ability to role model, inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System
  • Compassion:
    • A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of caring that is reflected in a high level of empathy and customer service with all that we come in contact.
    • Ability to manage conflict, consider other points of view, and offer alternative solutions without jeopardizing overall project direction and the ability to manage customer expectations.
  • Accountability:
    • Demonstrated track record of ownership of situations, projects and issues.
    • Able to work autonomously and have a high degree of flexibility to adapt to changing projects, priorities and work volumes.
  • Respect:
    • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse population.
    • Treat all internal and external customers with a positive, proactive service orientation.
  • Excellence:
    • Strong communication and presentation skills.
    • Proven ability to think strategically but also must be able to lead day-to-day tactical processes.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be 18 years of age and at least three years older than the youth.
  • What does “Peer” mean? This unique position requires that a Peer Support Specialist
    • Self-identify as a present or former primary consumer of mental health services
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Two years’ experience working with adults in a health-related field
REQUIRED LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:
  • State training as identified
  • Valid driver’s license, insurance and a dependable vehicle
PREFERRED LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:
  • Kansas Department of Aging and Disability (KDADS) document titled "BHS Certification for Peer Support Specialists in Kansas
We offer competitive pay, a generous benefit package and a reason to be proud of what you do, every day.

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Peer Support Specialist-Horizons-Part Time?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Peer Support Specialist-Horizons-Part Time career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$85,667 - $113,931
Income Estimation: 
$109,419 - $133,557
Income Estimation: 
$109,419 - $133,557
Income Estimation: 
$132,029 - $171,450
Income Estimation: 
$65,818 - $81,778
Income Estimation: 
$85,667 - $113,931
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System

Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System
Hired Organization Address Hutchinson, KS Full Time
The Attendant Care Worker delivers one-one-one, interactive, community-based mental health services to children and adul...
Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System
Hired Organization Address Hutchinson, KS Full Time
Provides individualized quality patient care, develops and implements nursing care plans, and maintains the patient’s me...
Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System
Hired Organization Address Hutchinson, KS Full Time
As an integral member of the Hutchinson Regional Medical Center’s laboratory and under the supervision of the Medical Di...
Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System
Hired Organization Address Hutchinson, KS Full Time
The Clinical Supervisor of the Learn and Play Therapeutic Center serves under the direction of the Manager of LPTC along...

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Peer Support Specialist-Horizons-Part Time jobs in the Hutchinson, KS area that may be a better fit.

Peer Support Specialist - Full Time - Horizons

Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System, Hutchinson, KS

ACT - Peer Support Specialist - Full Time - Horizons

Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System, Hutchinson, KS

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!