Peer Support Specialist (Forensic ACT Team)- Adult Mental Health

Wellspring Peer Support Specialist Summary Peer Specialists are active members of the Wellspring multi-disciplinary treatment team, providing safety and support for the wellbeing of clients. They provide supportive counseling and crisis intervention with the advice and consultation of the clinical team. They assist clients with their mental health recovery through problem solving and life skills training via individual and group sessions. They complete electronic documentation of services during each shift worked. Salary $15 - $18 / hour Position Details This position is full-time. Special Skills and Requirements The Peer Specialist will identify as a mental health consumer and must be willing to share their personal experience of mental health recovery and support others in need. They will have a belief in recovery from mental illness and an enthusiasm for helping persons with disabilities, rooted in empathy and compassion, demonstrating a careful and caring attitude. Candidates must be willing to share their personal experience of mental health recovery and support others in need. The ideal candidate will have experience providing peer support services to clients experiencing serious mental illness and other co-occurring behavioral health disorders. A valid driver's license and personal vehicle are required for this position as the Peer Specialist will conduct home visits and transport clients to appointments. A high school degree or equivalent is required. The candidate will already hold an Adult Peer Support Certification and be certified by the Commonwealth of Kentucky. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wellspring, Inc.