Certified Peer Support Worker

Job Posting Title:

Certified Peer Support Worker

Department:

Behavioral Health

Location:

5901 ZUNI RD SE

Pay Range:

$22.81 - $36.01

Close Date:

October 7 2026

Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents communities and addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance building a culture of flexibility learning and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more.

The Certified Peer Support Worker (CPSW) assists peers through a helping relationship to promote respect trust warmth and empower individuals to makes changes and decisions to enhance their lives. Assists peers and provides case management services in the process of recovery to help build resilience and provide hope that recovery is possible.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Obtains relevant information about clients through interview and case history to determine level of severity of substance misuse and/or mental health problems.
Provides case management services for assigned clients based on needs identified and assists clients in following through with programs directed at treatment and/or rehabilitation.
Assists clients in meeting goals established in Individual Service Plan.
Assists clients in directing their own recovery and advocacy processes.
Promotes client skills for coping with and managing symptoms while facilitating use of natural support and enhancement of community living skills.
Provides client activities that emphasize acquisition development and expansion of rehabilitation skills needed to move forward in recovery.
Establishes and maintains contact with community agencies resources and professional necessary for successful case management for clients.
Transports clients to appointments and other service providers in the community.
Documents case management process maintain notes and complete records forms and reports.
Maintains ethical standards of practice competence conduct and integrity confidentiality responsibility to clients.
Attends staff meetings and team conferences as assigned.
May handle sensitive and/or confidential records plans documents or decisions that require maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.

*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Associates degree in a related field.
Three (3) years of experience working in Behavior Health environment.
NM Certification as a Peer Support worker is required.

*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE
The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:
Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
Adherence to all County safety guidelines.
Complete all FEMA training(s) assigned to this position.
Possession of a valid New Mexico drivers license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed in this position.
Complete required supervisor training if applicable.
Pursuant to the criminal history screening for Caregivers Act Sectionthrough SectionNMSA 1978 new hires at the Bernalillo County Behavioral Health Services facility will be required to complete a caregiver criminal history screening for all caregivers. Conviction of a disqualifying condition is cause for termination or sufficient reason not to hire if applicant has a disqualifying condition on their record at time of application.
Upon hire must provide valid New Mexico Peer Support Certification.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Duties are performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.
Outdoor duties are sometimes required in performance of essential duties and worker is exposed to natural weather conditions while performing outdoor duties.
Duties are performed on an even usually dry surface which may be concrete tile or carpet.
Employee works with a select team without direct supervision and at times may work with a large group of people.
Work hazards or potential work hazards include those of a treatment facility environment with exposure to noise and dangerous situations that could involve serious bodily injury and other health hazards.
Employee may be required to work flexible hours.

EQUIPMENT TOOLS AND MATERIALS
Telephone calculator computer fax machine and copy machine are used in performance of essential job duties.
Various forms of paperwork are handled in performance of essential job duties.
May operate a county vehicle as assigned.

Required Experience:

IC