Peer Support Specialist

Contact Iron Bridge Recovery Center

Las Cruces, New Mexico, US
Acts as a mentor
Liaison between individuals and resources
Advocacy for clients
The Peer Support Specialist enhances treatment services by assisting clients in developing skills and strengths to avoid relapse and navigate the continuum of care

Job Summary

  • The Peer Support Specialist enhances treatment services by assisting clients in developing skills and strengths to avoid relapse and navigate the continuum of care.
  • Essential functions include acting as a mentor and advocate, engaging individuals at initial contact, and providing peer support to clinically complex clients.
  • The role involves assisting clients with social needs, housing, life skills, employment linkage, and maintaining positive health choices.

Matching Summary

The Peer Support Specialist enhances treatment services by assisting clients in developing skills and strengths to avoid relapse and navigate the continuum of care.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Acts as a mentor
  • Liaison between individuals and resources
  • Advocacy for clients
  • Engages individuals referred to treatment
  • Provides peer support knowledge
  • Assists in acquiring housing and necessities

Nice-to-have

  • Promote positive health and lifestyle
  • Role model for clients
  • Subject matter expert in MAT
  • Assists in developing life skills

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Two or more years behavioral health experience
  • Certification as a Peer Specialist
  • CPR and de-escalation certification

Work Rights

Not specified

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