What are the responsibilities and job description for the WISe Bilingual Youth Peer Specialist position at Three Rivers Therapy?
Our peer specialists work in our main office, in the community, and as part of our crisis stabilization teams. Under the supervision of a licensed mental health provider or substance use disorder professional our peers:
- Assist an individual or family in identifying services and activities that promote recovery and lead to increased meaning and purpose.
- Assist individuals and families in developing their own goals.
- Share their own recovery stories that are relevant and helpful in overcoming the obstacles faced by individuals and families.
- Promote personal responsibility for recovery.
- Assist in a wide range of services to regain control and success in their own lives, such as developing supportive relationships, self-advocacy, stable housing, education and employment.
- Serve as an advocate.
- Model skills in recovery and self-management.
- Complete documentation about their services for Medicaid and employer requirements.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.51 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18
