What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support Specialist position at The National Center for Urban Solutions - NCUS?
Position Overview
We are seeking a Peer Support Specialist ' Linkage to Care to engage with individuals struggling with substance use, mental health challenges, and social inequities. This role will focus on building trust, providing peer-to-peer support, and connecting individuals to critical health and recovery services. The ideal candidate will have lived experience with substance use recovery and a passion for supporting others in their journey toward wellness and self-sufficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct community outreach and engagement to identify individuals in need of support.
Provide peer-to-peer counseling and emotional support in a nonjudgmental, compassionate manner.
Assist individuals with navigating resources and connecting to care, including substance use treatment, mental health services, healthcare, housing, and employment assistance.
Work closely with ACCESS Harris County and other community partners to coordinate wraparound services.
Facilitate and support Naloxone (Narcan) training for individuals and community groups.
Maintain accurate records of interactions and referrals to ensure effective follow-up and program evaluation.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development related to harm reduction and peer support.
Qualifications
Lived experience with substance use recovery, mental health challenges, or related hardships.
Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRS, PSS, or equivalent) preferred (or willingness to obtain certification).
Experience in community outreach, harm reduction, or case management is a plus.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to connect with diverse populations.
Knowledge of local resources and services available for individuals with SUD, mental health challenges, housing insecurity, or other barriers to care.
Commitment to harm reduction principles and a stigma-free approach to care.
Ability to travel within Harris County to conduct outreach and attend community events.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a mission-driven team making a tangible impact in the community.
Engage in meaningful, hands-on work that changes lives.
Gain valuable experience in peer support, harm reduction, and community health advocacy.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
We are seeking a Peer Support Specialist ' Linkage to Care to engage with individuals struggling with substance use, mental health challenges, and social inequities. This role will focus on building trust, providing peer-to-peer support, and connecting individuals to critical health and recovery services. The ideal candidate will have lived experience with substance use recovery and a passion for supporting others in their journey toward wellness and self-sufficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct community outreach and engagement to identify individuals in need of support.
Provide peer-to-peer counseling and emotional support in a nonjudgmental, compassionate manner.
Assist individuals with navigating resources and connecting to care, including substance use treatment, mental health services, healthcare, housing, and employment assistance.
Work closely with ACCESS Harris County and other community partners to coordinate wraparound services.
Facilitate and support Naloxone (Narcan) training for individuals and community groups.
Maintain accurate records of interactions and referrals to ensure effective follow-up and program evaluation.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development related to harm reduction and peer support.
Qualifications
Lived experience with substance use recovery, mental health challenges, or related hardships.
Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRS, PSS, or equivalent) preferred (or willingness to obtain certification).
Experience in community outreach, harm reduction, or case management is a plus.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to connect with diverse populations.
Knowledge of local resources and services available for individuals with SUD, mental health challenges, housing insecurity, or other barriers to care.
Commitment to harm reduction principles and a stigma-free approach to care.
Ability to travel within Harris County to conduct outreach and attend community events.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a mission-driven team making a tangible impact in the community.
Engage in meaningful, hands-on work that changes lives.
Gain valuable experience in peer support, harm reduction, and community health advocacy.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
