Citizen Advocates, Inc: Peer Specialist

A Peer Specialist provides peer to peer support/services to consumers in recovery from addiction and individuals who have received mental health services. The Peer specialist will utilize their personal recovery/lived experience in providing support to promote greater independence and self-confidence to peer consumers.Job Requirements: Lived experience, clear driving record for 3 years or more, must be Peer Specialist certified or willing to become certified, must complete required trainings for certifications or recertificationThe Peer specialist performs a wide range of tasks to support peers in living their own lives, directing their own recovery as they strive to reach their full potential.Work side by side with clients to:Cultivate clients to make informed and independent choicesHelp the client identify and build on their strengthsAssist clients in building healthy social networks within the communitySupport and assist clients with working through their struggles to meet everyday tasksLink and connect to community resources as needed to support their ongoing treatment and independenceCitizen Advocates, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), we do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual stereotyping, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), or any other protected characteristic. Employment may be contingent upon Citizen Advocates, Inc.’s receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.