Peer Support Specialist: Wellness and Recovery Center General Description: The purpose of this position and our program is to provide peer support in a Wellness and Recovery Center (WRC) setting to members living with mental health and/or co-occurring issues, so they may begin and/or maintain their path to recovery.
Wellness and Recovery Center peer support staff work Wednesday through Friday 1 pm to 8 pm, plus an occasional special event on the weekend.
This position is 16 hours weekly working two of the days listed above. The work is primarily performed at 3 Milford Mill Road in Pikesville and at times off-site for outings.
Schedule: Part time Reports to: WRC Coordinator who provides Peer Support Specialists with individual and group supervision.
Required Education, Knowledge and Skills/Abilities to Perform Essential Job Functions: Personal experience living in recovery with mental health and/or co-occurring issues or experience supporting a family member, and the ability to establish rapport with our members in ways that cultivate empowerment and esteem is necessary. Demonstrate respectful initiative to perform tasks resulting in a safe and supportive learning environment. Peer Support Specialists provide one-one-one and group peer support to WRC members during Center hours on-site and on-line. Ability to work as a team with their Coordinator to operate the center by preparing and facilitating developmental / informative / social activities that support wellness and recovery; transporting members to and from the Center; checking the ride line; and communicating the pickup schedule to riders. Additional tasks include serving food/refreshments, putting out games, cleaning up, and engaging members during Center hours. Experience driving minivans is desirable and a good driving record is essential.
Certifications: WRAP required; CPRS preferred. Summary of Essential Functions, Responsibilities and Duties - Transport individuals in NW Baltimore County to and from the Center in Pikesville
- Transport individuals to scheduled activities at other locations
- Utilize remote technology - warm line phone and online platforms such as zoom to interact with members 1:1 and in group sessions
- Prepare written summary of each peer support session
- Knowledge of PRS ethical and behavioral standards of conduct and confidentiality
- Maintain safe and supportive Center environment by responding to support requests
- Ability to work with groups and members who may display behavioral health issues
- Clean up from the evening activities
- Utilize computer systems for communication, time/attendance and online training
- Perform other duties as requested by WRC Coordinator
FLSA: Non-exempt