Peer Support Specialist - FT 3rd Shift
Crisis Stabilization Unit - Evansville, IN 47713
Overview
Salary Range $16.00 - $17.50 Hourly Position Type Full Time Education Level High School Category Behavioral Health
Job Description
Start something meaningful - join our innovative Mobile Crisis Team within the Crisis Services and Outreach Department. Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Full-Time Peer Support Specialist to join our Third Shift team. If you're passionate about making a real impact in times of crisis, we want to hear from you. Please note: Weekend availability is required.
Hourly rate for Crisis Service Peer Support Specialist with Certification by DMHA as a Certified Peer = $17.50/hour
Hourly rate for Crisis Service Peer Support Specialist with NO Certification = $16/hour
Third Shift Differential: $1/hour
Why Work for Southwestern?
- Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance starting Day One
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential counseling and support resources.
- Telehealth
- Student Loan Assistance Program
- Double pay for holidays worked
- Physical & Financial Wellness Programs
- Continuing education and training through Relias and in-person opportunities
Key Responsibilities
- Provide peer recovery services including crisis intervention, outreach, and engagement
- Support individuals experiencing acute crisis in person and by phone
- Build rapport using lived experience
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
Job Qualifications
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Certification preferred; eligibility required.
- To be considered certified, must have either:
- Indiana Certified Peer Support Professional (CPSP-DMHA), or
- Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC-A or CPRC – ICAADA)
- To see if you are eligible, please go to: FSSA: DMHA: Indiana Certified Peer Support Professionals or Mental Health America of Indiana CPRC
- Valid driver's license and required insurance
- All candidates must undergo required background checks and a drug screen. Findings are evaluated in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policy and do not automatically disqualify applicants.
Looking to make a difference? Join our innovative Mobile Crisis Team in the Crisis Services and Outreach Department.
EOE/AA including Veterans and Disabled.
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