Certified Peer Support Specialist

GATEWAY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICESGreenville, MS

$11 - $11 / hour

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Overview

Remote

On-site

Compensation

$11-$11/hour

Job Description

Gateway Behavioral Health Services is seeking a certified Peer Support Specialist to join our team. The Certified Peer Specialist is a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team responsible for ensuring the incorporation of psychosocial and environmental needs in the treatment process. The Certified Peer Specialist offers supports to clients and identify themselves as peers of mental health services.

Position may be Part Time or Full Time.
Flexible non-traditional work hours to coincide with program needs.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Assist peers in identifying and prioritizing needs, as well as articulating personal goals and objectives for recovery as part of their individual service plans.
Assist peers in accessing needed services; Inform peers about community and natural supports available to them.
Assist peers in securing employment, housing as well as helping them understand benefits with a new job.
Help peers build social skills.
Support peers in overcoming job-related anxiety.
Display a professional attitude and possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with peers, families and staff from a variety of cultures and social backgrounds.Requirements
Peer Support Specialist Certification (Through MS Dept of Mental Health)
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver’s license
Reliable transportation
Two (2) year’s work experience in mental health field
A willingness to continue your education to enhance skills relevant to position
Ability to pass required background clearances & screenings

Benefits

Full Time eligible employees receive:

Paid Time Off
Competitive pay/benefits
Medical/Dental coverage

Drug Free Workplace

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