Peer Support Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

The Mental Illness Recovery Center (MIRCI) is a non-profit organization that assists homeless individuals, both adults and youth, with clinical needs and permanent housing and is seeking a Peer Support Specialist.

Function :

Under the supervision of the ACT Team Lead, the Peer Support Specialist works on the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team. ACT consists of professionals from multiple disciplines who use a team approach to meet the needs of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness in community-based settings.

Employee Classification :

Considered a professional, non-exempt position that is regular full-time.

Examples of Work :

• Participates in daily team meetings and treatment planning meetings.
• Provides services in the community, in accordance with the Assertive Community Treatment model.
• Serves as a team member and shares personal and practical experience of recovery and knowledge of the delivery of mental health services to benefit the team and its clients.
• Models recovery values, attitudes, beliefs, and personal action to encourage wellness and resilience.
• Provides direct peer counseling based on your own lived experiences to build rapport and trust.
• Assess clients' needs to identify and assist in obtaining appropriate services and support.
• Assists clients with the implementation of their goals and objectives
• Addresses client concerns, barriers, progress, and other relevant information with the team to enhance treatment services.
• Completes required clinical documentation in compliance with agency standards.
• Demonstrates responsiveness and flexibility in identifying and providing services to ACT team clients.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Minimum Requirements :

MIRCI is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.