Peer Support Specialist at Mountaineer Cleaning & Maintenance

Pittsgrove Township, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Aug, 26

Salary

19.0

Posted On

17 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Peer Support, Crisis Intervention, Crisis Management, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Health, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Mentoring, Social Work, Care Coordination, Life Skills Development, Communication Skills, Trauma-Informed Care

Industry

Description

Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off ob description: Company Overview Our mission is to empower and improve the well-being of individuals and families through investment in our clients, employees, and communities. Using trauma-informed care and a client-centered approach, our integrated health services provide a safe and nurturing environment where individuals can grow and thrive through comprehensive, culturally sensitive programming delivered by skilled professionals. Job Overview We are seeking a compassionate and energetic Peer Support Specialist to join our dedicated team. In this vital role, you will serve as a relatable guide and motivator for individuals navigating behavioral health challenges. Your lived experience and empathetic approach will foster hope, resilience, and recovery, helping clients build meaningful connections and develop essential coping skills within a supportive environment. Responsibilities Provide peer support by sharing personal recovery experiences to inspire hope and motivation. Assist clients in developing personalized wellness plans aligned with their goals. Offer crisis intervention and crisis management to de-escalate situations effectively. Support clients through behavioral health challenges using motivational interviewing techniques. Collaborate with clinical staff to coordinate care plans and ensure continuity of support services. Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions within electronic health record (EHR) systems. Mentor clients in developing life skills, fostering independence, and strengthening social connections. Requirements Lived experience with mental health conditions or substance use recovery, demonstrating resilience and insight. Knowledge of crisis intervention, crisis management, and behavioral health principles. Familiarity with mental health counseling techniques, motivational interviewing, and addiction counseling. Experience in mentoring or social work is highly desirable. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team in an integrated health setting. Strong communication skills with the capacity to build trusting relationships with diverse populations. Proficiency in using EHR systems for documentation and record keeping. Join us to make a meaningful difference in people's lives! This paid position offers an opportunity to empower others through your lived experience while growing professionally within a supportive, community-focused environment. Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Work Location: In person

Responsibilities

Provide peer support and motivation to individuals with behavioral health challenges by sharing lived recovery experiences. Collaborate with clinical staff to develop wellness plans and maintain accurate client documentation in EHR systems.