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Peer Support Specialist

Vitality Unlimited
Carson, NV Full Time
POSTED ON 3/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2025
A Peer Support Specialist is responsible for providing mentoring and peer support for Seriously Mentally Ill (SMI) and/or clients with substance use disorders to assist the consumers in pursuing their wellness journey. Services are provided in an integrated behavioral health setting, of multi-disciplinary para-professional and professionals with a person-centered, family-centered, recovery-orientated approach to care.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

  • Provide individualized health coaching to consumers in obtaining their health objectives.
  • Co-facilitates groups/classes to support improved health outcomes for clients.
  • Teaches others about managing their mental and physical health.
  • Supports clients in learning how to make good choices for themselves.
  • Works closely with Care Coordinator to engage clients in appropriate services and resources to assist in care coordination.
  • Promotes client engagement in therapy with clinicians, engagement with psychiatric appointments, and compliance with healthcare system.
  • Attend treatment planning meeting as needed to effectively mentor individuals care.
  • Attend crisis management team meetings to effectively engage clients.
  • Documentation and scheduling in electronic health record.
  • Follows the Code of Ethics as stated in NAC 458.
  • Complies with confidentiality requirements as set forth in CFR42 Part II and HIPPA regulations.
  • Good communication skills.

Knowledge And Skills

Person-centered, family-centered, recovery-orientated care. The ability to recognize your own limitations and respond to difficult situations. Displays enthusiasm, respect and flexibility in the work-place. The ability to collaborate with colleagues and community partners from other disciplines. Able to adhere to all privacy and confidentiality policies and procedures.

Education

High School Degree

Peer Certification

Personal history as a consumer of mental health and/or substance use disorder

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule

  • 8 hour shift

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: $18 - $19 Hourly

Bonus/Commission: No

Salary : $18 - $19

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