Peer Support Specialist - FT 3rd Shift at Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare in Evansville, Indiana

Job Description:

Come join our new and innovative Mobile Crisis Team! Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare is currently seeking a Full-Time 3rd Shift Peer Support Specialist. (1:00am - 9:00am)

Hourly rate for Certified Peer Support Professional = $17.50/Hour

*** One Dollar Shift Differential for Third Shift***

WHY WORK FOR SOUTHWESTERN?

• Health, dental, vision, voluntary life insurance all start day one of employment!


• 401K Employer Match and Contribution


• Student Loan Assistance Program


• Physical & Financial Wellness Programs


• Competitive Total Compensation Program


• Individualized orientation and training program


• We are GROWING!! 

WHAT IS THIS POSITION RESPONSIBLE FOR?

• Peer Recovery services, which include but are not limited to crisis intervention, community outreach and engagement.


• Assist clients in articulating personal goals for recovery and determining treatment objectives.


• Observe the progress clients make toward meeting objectives and provide feedback to client and treatment providers.


• Use personal life experiences as a recipient of services to model recovery and establish trusting relationships with clients.


• Collaborate with the team to support a culture where experiences and preferences are recognized, understood, and respected.

WHAT'S REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION?

• High School Diploma or GED required.


• Certification as a Certified Peer Support Professional preferred.  Eligibility to receive certification required.  


• Demonstrated proficiency with interpersonal and writing skills.


• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.


• Must have valid driver's license and qualify for Company's vehicle liability insurance.


• Candidates must pass required background checks including county/state checks and drug screen.

If you are interested in joining a fun, friendly, innovative team, apply today!

EOE/AA including Veterans and Disabled. Visit https://www.southwestern.org/diversity-inclusion to find out more about our DE&I initiatives.

If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please call (812) 435-2057.