Job Description

Pathways complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, pregnancy status, victim status, marital status, member of the armed services or covered veteran status, or any other status that is protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy includes, but is not limited to: recruitment, employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, termination, compensation, benefits, layoffs, training, and social and recreational programs.

Salary - $32,500 - $35,000

Educational Requirements: A self-identified consumer of Mental Health Services diagnosed with a mental illness or substance abuse disorder, attend Peer support training; have an understanding of the recovery process and how to use that process to help others. Maintains Kentucky credentials, CEU requirements, updated TRIS account.  

Duties/Responsibilities: To serve as the primary contact and support regarding housing issues for ACT consumers. Peer Support Specialist will provide social and emotional support, advocacy, and consumer information to ACT consumers. These activities are planned and implemented through a partnership between the participant and the treatment team members. These activities are provided to support adults to live their own lives and to direct their own recovery and wellness process. All other duties as outlined in Job Description and adherence to all Pathways policies and procedures.

Experience Required: Experience in Behavioral Health setting a plus. Must be competent with electronic medical records, Microsoft Office, and internet access. Must be able to communicate with landlords, state agencies and consumers.

Benefits

• 401(k) company matches up to 4%
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Savings Account
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short term - long term disability
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation Days
• Sick Time
• Personal days
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Local area,

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