Peer Support Specialist - Behavioral Health Urgent Care

Heritage Behavioral Health Center

Location: Decatur, Illinois, USA

Category: Healthcare

Salary: 37,440 - 45,760 USD / yearly

Full-time

Job Description

Join Heritage Behavioral Health Center as a Peer Support Specialist in the Behavioral Health Urgent Care to provide immediate support to clients in crisis and promote recovery-oriented solutions.

Responsibilities

Meet with established clients presenting to Behavioral Health Urgent Care without an appointment to provide immediate peer support.
Utilize lived experience to engage and build rapport with clients experiencing mental health or substance use-related crises.
Assist clients in identifying their immediate needs and collaborate with them to develop a plan using wellness recovery action planning techniques.
Coordinate with primary care team members to ensure follow-up care is scheduled.
Document interactions and interventions in accordance with agency standards.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Lived experience with mental health and/or substance use challenges.
Certification as a Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) preferred.

Perks & Benefits

Generous vacation, sick and personal leave.
Health Club/Fitness Reimbursement.
Retirement plans (401k and Roth).
Optional insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision.

Why Join Us?

At Heritage Behavioral Health Center, we offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package. Join us in making a difference in mental health and substance use care!