Job Description

Job Title: Peer Support Specialist

Job Location: 14 Central Ave, New Castle, DE 19720 (Onsite)

Type: Long Term Contract (12 Months)

Pay-rate - $20 - 25 /hr. on W2

Shift: 2 nd Shift

Role Type: Part- Time (16 Hours/week)

Working Days: Saturday & Sunday only

Job Description:

An individual who has lived experience with mental illness, addiction, co-occurring conditions, and/or recovery and is trained/certified in peer services. Support others going through similar life challenges they once experienced. Assist individuals in developing the skills and resources they need to live an independent and productive life in the community. Helps consumers as they transition from one level of care to another. Reports to an administrative superior and is responsible for providing comprehensive patient care services that support the integrity of the Department of Health and Human Services Division of Mental Health and Substance Abuse.

Required Skills:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have direct personal experience living with mental illness and/or addiction and
• recovery
• Must be willing to self-disclose lived experience for the purpose of education, role modeling, and providing hope to others about the reality of recovery.
• Valid driver's license as Travel is required

Job Tags

Similar Jobs