Peer Support Specialist (core Guide)

firsthand

Detroit, US
Hourly pyy rate: $20—$20 usd
On-site
Lived experience with smi and/or sud
Personal knowledge of recovery
Empathy and compassion
firsthand supports individuals living with SMI (serious mental illness) with a holistic approach including peer recovery specialists, benefits specialists, and clinicians

Job Summary

  • firsthand supports individuals living with SMI (serious mental illness) with a holistic approach including peer recovery specialists, benefits specialists, and clinicians.
  • As a Core Guide, you will conduct community outreach, support individuals' health needs, build trust, and act as the primary point-of-contact.
  • We are cultivating a team of deeply passionate problem-solvers to tackle significant and complex healthcare challenges with us.

Matching Summary

firsthand supports individuals living with SMI (serious mental illness) with a holistic approach including peer recovery specialists, benefits specialists, and clinicians.

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate: $20—$20 USD

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lived experience with SMI and/or SUD
  • Personal knowledge of recovery
  • Empathy and compassion
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Comfort working in multidisciplinary teams

Nice-to-have

  • Expertise in recovery education
  • Familiarity with local resources
  • Understanding of whole health approaches
  • Trauma-informed approaches

Key Requirements

  • State Peer Recovery certification or eligibility
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Two (2) years demonstrated recovery time
  • Basic proficiency with smartphone and computer technology

Work Rights

Not specified

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