Certified Peer Support Worker

Bernalillo County Detention Center

Albuquerque, NM, US
Base: $22.81 - $36.01; bonus/equity: not specified...
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Certified peer support worker credential required
Three years behavioral health experience
Transport clients to appointments
** Bernalillo County Detention Center is seeking a Certified Peer Support Worker to assist individuals in their recovery journey within a behavioral health environment. The role involves providing case management services, promoting coping skills, and facilitating community support while adhering to ethical standards. **

Job Summary

  • The Certified Peer Support Worker assists peers through a helping relationship to promote respect, trust, warmth, and empower individuals to make changes and decisions to enhance their lives.
  • Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy thoughtful rewards such as generous leave accruals, career development opportunities, remote & flex-work options, and lucrative retirement benefits.
  • The role involves providing case management services, assisting clients in meeting Individual Service Plan goals, and transporting clients to appointments and other service providers in the community.

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** Bernalillo County Detention Center is seeking a Certified Peer Support Worker to assist individuals in their recovery journey within a behavioral health environment. The role involves providing case management services, promoting coping skills, and facilitating community support while adhering to ethical standards. **

Salary

Base: $22.81 - $36.01; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Generous leave accruals; health benefits; lucrative retirement; education assistance program

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Certified Peer Support Worker credential required
  • Three years behavioral health experience
  • Transport clients to appointments
  • Conduct client interviews and assessments
  • Maintain confidential records and documentation

Nice-to-have

  • Strong focus on work-life balance
  • Flexible work options available
  • Career development opportunities offered
  • Team-oriented culture of belonging
  • Generous leave accruals provided

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree in related field
  • NM Certification as Peer Support worker
  • Valid New Mexico driver's license
  • Three years behavior health environment experience
  • Pass post-offer medical and background investigation

Work Rights

Not specified

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