What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support Specialist position at Scioto Paint Valley Mental Health Center?
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Peer Support Specialist to join our team. The Peer Support Specialist role will provide a process for lending support and education from individuals with shared life experiences. Peer services are provided by individuals in recovery from mental illness and/or addiction who use their lived experience as a tool to assist others by sharing their personal journeys and knowledge. Individuals engaged in peer services play a vital role in laying the foundation for sustained recovery. They encourage, inspire, and empower others to set recovery goals and achieve them.
Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid Ohio driver’s license, use of personal car, CPR review and PPD testing are required. Ohio Peer Support Certificate required (OMHAS), previous experience with chemically dependent clients in various settings a plus.
Additional Benefits:
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Progressive Company Contribution
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Teladoc services offered
- Employer Qualified for PSLF Program
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person