Part-Time Peer Support Specialist
- North Central Mental Health Services
- Columbus, Ohio
- Full Time
We are seeking a part-time Peer Support Specialist to help our clients be successful to achieve their goals!
Workweek is defined as 24 hours weekly (three 8-hour days per week). Business hours are 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Benefits are offered on a pro-rated basis to reflect the part-time status of the position. This is an FLSA non-exempt position paying $17.00 per hour ($21,216.00 annually).
Responsibilities:
· Actively assist with and support clients to aspire to roles emphasizing strengths by sharing of first hand experiences to offer hope and reassurance.
· Provide peer interventions and role modeling for clients regarding, but not limited to, symptoms of mental illness and medication side effects, skill building, coping mechanisms and life coaching, resource connection and community engagement, crisis response and assistance in treatment planning and goal setting to optimize recovery goals.
· Collaborate with and provide training and education to team members and clients with regard to community resources, advocacy organizations and peer support services.
Comprehensive Benefits Package for part-time status: Fast & Easy Digital Onboarding – Get started quickly Supportive & Collaborative Team Environment Advanced Case Manager Training – Expand your skills Electronic Medical Records (EMR) System – Stay organized & efficient Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Comprehensive coverage for your well-being Employer-Paid Life Insurance & Disability Coverage – Peace of mind for you and your family 401(k) with Employer Match & Roth Options – Secure your financial future Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – Vacation, sick leave, and personal days Mileage Reimbursement – Drive worry-free Free Parking – No extra commuting costs Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program Participation – Save on student debt Career Growth & Credentialing Supervision – Licensed advancement opportunities Referral Bonuses – Get rewarded for bringing great people to the team Accredited by CARF International – Work with an award-winning organization 50+ Years of Service in Franklin County – Join a trusted non-profit
What You Need to Join Us:
· College degree is required along with a State of Ohio Peer Recovery Supporter Certification. Understanding of and personal experience with symptoms of mental illness. Work cooperatively in a team setting. Perform job duties following personal safety and risk reduction directives. Maintain an ethical, therapeutic relationship with clients and provide confidentiality. Ability to document and submit required patient service hours of 748.80 hours annually (62.40 per month). Valid Ohio Driver’s License & Reliable Transportation – Clean driving record (≤4 points). Successful Background Check & Pre-Employment Drug Screening.
Be a part of a team that changes lives every day!
Background and reference checks will be conducted. Individuals are not considered applicants until they have completed an application and completed an on-site interview. Completing the application does not guarantee employment. In accordance with North Central's Drug-Free Workplace Policy, pre-employment drug testing will be administered. EOE/AA.
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