Peer Support Specialist

We are seeking a compassionate peer support specialist to assist and guide our clients. In this role, you will be required to conduct regular one-on-one support meetings, develop recovery strategies, coordinate client schedules and logistics, and respond to any emergencies as needed.

To ensure success as a peer support specialist, you should be empathetic and possess exceptional interpersonal communication skills. A top-notch peer support specialist should be able to easily identify warning signs in clients and provide effective interventions and emotional support.
 

• Responding to call-outs and client emergencies as needed.
• Meeting with clients regularly to offer one-on-one support and counseling.
• Developing recovery plans, coping methods, and rehabilitation strategies with the client.
• Arranging medical appointments, therapy sessions, support groups, and other resources to aid the client.
• Monitoring the client's behavior, schedule, medication, and activities.
• Reporting any unusual behavior, conflicts, or recovery deviations to the relevant professionals.
• Liaising with family members and medical professionals regularly.
• Coordinating the client's logistics such as medical appointments and therapy sessions, among others.
• Conducting assessments and providing feedback to the client, medical professionals, and the family.
• Generating recovery reviews and performance documents to track the rehabilitation process.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Preferred Associates Degree
• Valid driver's license and own transport.
• CIPSS or NCPS certification preferred.
• A clear drug test and no involvement with substances.
• At least one year's experience as a peer support specialist.
• Lived experience with mental health conditions, substance abuse, or trauma.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly compassionate and attentive to detail.
• Good knowledge of recovery resources such as the 12 step program and community support groups.
• The ability to be on call for emergencies and work on weekends and public holidays.

Impact Community Resources LLC was founded with one central mission in mind: mobilizing communities by providing accessible services to those in need.

Our immersive programs provide unique opportunities for financial stability, independent living & personal growth and development.  We bring people together from all walks of life to provide resources that create independence & meaningful experiences.

Ready to get in on the action? Come join us to make a positive impact within our communities.