Peer Support Specialist

Peer Support Specialist

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Montana State Hospital - Grasslands. This position is located in Helena, MT at the Grasslands facility, which is an off-site facility of the Montana State Hospital. It is funded through June 30, 2027. After this date, the position may be funded permanently or may be subject to a reduction in force (RIF). The Peer Support Specialist provides peer to peer support to patients at the hospital who have been diagnosed with a mental illness. A Peer Supporter, by definition, is a person who "has been diagnosed with a mental illness and is grounded in recovery." Peer Support Specialists focus on promoting and encouraging wellness, independence, and recovery. This position facilitates their own peer groups or works as part of a team providing support services on unit as well as campus based.

Why Join DPHHS Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity: Knowledge and experienced applying principles of Peer Support. Competent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to actively listen and provide social support. Ability to facilitate peer groups and individual peer sessions. Ability to uphold professional boundaries. Ability to receive constructive feedback and implement suggested work performance. Ability to comply with policies, procedures, and state statutes. Ability to operate a personal computer to complete essential functions including word processing, internet, and email. Meet minimum qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be licensed as a Certified Behavioral Health Peer Support Specialist in the state of Montana prior to hire. Six months of experience using a computer to perform word processing, internet, and email duties. Certified as a WRAP facilitator or obtain within one year of hire.

Salary: $24.05 - $24.05 Hourly Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings: 1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time Job Type: Standard Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time Primary Location: Helena Agency: Department of Public Health & Human Services Union: Montana Federation of Public Employees