Certified Peer Support Specialist

Pathway Homes, Inc • Full-time • Reston, VA, US • $17 / hour • 4m ago

Pathway Homes is a private, nonprofit striving to end homelessness by providing housing and services for adults with mental illness and other co-occurring disorders in Northern Virginia. We are seeking a Peer Support Specialist to join out Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team in the Reston/Herndon areas of Fairfax County.

An ACT program is an interdisciplinary team that provides wrap around services 7 days per week to individuals in their homes and in the community. The goal of program is to decrease the utilization of ERs, in-patient hospitalizations and involvement with the legal system, by supporting individuals in developing effective healthy living skills.

The PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST:

Uses personal experience to develop meaningful and trusting relationships with individuals, including those not engaged in services, and provides targeted outreach and support.
Acts as a mentor and role model.
Supports individuals in expanding their recovery support network.
Assists individuals with basic daily living tasks such as shopping for food and other needed items, use of public transportation, etc.
Engages individuals in social, recreational, and leisure activities in the community.
Supports individuals in their recovery journey.

Schedule: Tuesday - Friday 11am - 7:30pm and Saturday 11am - 3pm (Sun/Mon - off)

Required Qualifications: High School Diploma, lived experience of mental illness and/or substance use disorder, documented peer support or mental health services experience. Must have or be in the process of obtaining Peer Support Certification in Virginia. Must have a valid drivers license and reliable vehicle. Must be able to pass a driving record and criminal background check.

Pathway Homes is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug Free workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

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