Peer Support Counselor
COMPREHENSIVE HEALTHCARE
Summary
Peer Support Counselors use their own experiences with behavioral health issues, treatment, and recovery to encourage and support clients as they progress through their own recovery steps. Peer Support Counselors promote socialization and self-advocacy, assist with developing a natural support system, and work with clients to develop & maintain community living skills. As part of this process, Peer Support Counselors will participate in scheduled and routine activities to assist clients in developing the skills and confidence to exercise control over their own lives. This Peer Support Counselor position is best suited to an individual who is ready to use their own experiences to relate to others and is willing to travel regularly. This position requires having previously been a consumer of mental health or substance use treatment services and be stable in recovery for at least one year.
Job description
This position is tentatively Friday-Monday from 9am-2pm (subject to change but always 20 hours)
Peer Support Counselor duties may include:
- assisting clients with attending appointments, applying for social services benefits, finding and maintaining housing, and other activities of daily living
- collaborating with each client in the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans and self-directed recovery action plans
- sharing personal experiences of recovery, as appropriate, to build motivation and encourage clients in their treatment
- partnering with clients to advocate for their needs & desires throughout treatment
- modeling ways to engage with others to increase social supports, develop meaningful relationships, and access & navigate community resources
- assessing clients for safety and risk to self or others, and taking appropriate crisis intervention measures when indicated
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Must be a self-identified consumer of mental services and be stable in recovery for at least one year
- Must be eligible for registration as Agency Affiliated Counselor
- Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance
- In compliance with state and federal law, Comprehensive Healthcare requires all candidates to complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check
Benefits
- Healthcare coverage
- Vacation
- Paid holiday
- Sick leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement plan
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Training and development
Company overview
Comprehensive Healthcare is a leading mental health care services organization dedicated to providing integrated behavioral health solutions to communities. The organization specializes in delivering a wide range of mental health services including outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse treatment, and psychiatric care. With a patient-centered approach, Comprehensive Healthcare focuses on creating accessible treatment programs that address the diverse needs of individuals across different age groups and backgrounds. The organization employs evidence-based practices and multidisciplinary teams of licensed professionals including psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and social workers. Their services typically encompass individual and group therapy, medication management, case management, and community-based support programs. As a comprehensive mental health provider, they play a crucial role in addressing the growing demand for behavioral health services while promoting mental wellness and recovery through coordinated care models. The organization operates with a mission to reduce stigma around mental health issues and improve overall community wellbeing through education, prevention, and treatment services.