Peer Support Specialist - Full Time - Days

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:

• High School diploma or equivalent education.
• One (1) year active participation in mental health self-help activities, peer support or peer advocacy programs, or participant run organizations or similar experiences. 
• 2 years of work experience in a community based/related role.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable access to transportation (or a vehicle with insurance) and telephone.

PREFERRED:

• Demonstrated support skills and enthusiasm for assisting medically underserved populations.
• Bilingual 
• 2 years of work experience in a community based/related role, preferably working with the mental health or substance abuse patient population