Peer Support Specialist

Peer Support Specialist

Let's change lives together. Become a champion of hope. At Rosecrance, we've been leading the way in behavioral health services for over a century. Our team empowers individuals and families to overcome substance use and mental health challenges through compassionate care and evidence-based therapies. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, we're ready to welcome you! We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and help deliver on our mission of hope and recovery.

Position Purpose: The Peer Support Specialist will participate as a team member in the delivery of treatment services to clients and their families and facilitate the issues of recovery into their daily living situations. Provide program services in an ethical, legal and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED is required
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet Agency insurance requirements
• Lived experience with Substance Use/Recovery and Mental Health Services
• Will need to complete Recovery Coaching and Peer Support Specialist modules within 6 months of hire date

Qualifications:

• Self-Starter with ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Able to engage with and establish rapport with individuals seeking mental health services
• Computer proficiency required.
• Ability to navigate and document in electronic healthcare records required.
• Ability to accurately complete required documentation within the time frames

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist clients engaged in or seeking to be engaged in treatment services and community resources, by providing support and education through a peer perspective.
• Work closely with the case manager to link client to needed resources in the community and motivate the client to follow through with appointments.
• Provide education and support to clients specific to symptom management and coping skills.
• May facilitate focal group discussion sessions on co-occurring issues with clients.
• Attend all scheduled meetings of staff, such as treatment plan reviews, shift meetings or appropriate committee meetings as designated.
• Ensure that client service records are maintained consistent with rules and regulations.
• Serve as a member of the assigned team and participate in all team meetings and activities.
• Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the professional code of conduct and within the framework of the law.

Job Type: Full-time (40 hours)

Work Location: Rosecrance Jackson Centers, Sioux City, Iowa 51101

Work Mode: Onsite

Compensation & Rewards:

• Starting Pay: (Based on education, experience and credentials)
• Starting pay HS/GED - $18.43 per hour
• Starting pay Associates - $19.3 per hour
• Starting pay Bachelors - $20.25 per hour
• Additional $.50 per hour with certification

Our Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options to meet your needs)
• 401(k) with employer match & discretionary contribution
• Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance & licensure/certification reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement leave
• Referral program earning up to $1,000 per hire!
• Wellness program, including an on-site gym at select facilities
• Discounts at participating retailers
• Daily pay available through UKG Wallet for financial flexibility

Who We Are:

Rosecrance has been at the forefront of providing behavioral health services for over a century. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to overcome substance abuse and mental health challenges through evidence-based therapies and compassionate care. Join us in our mission to foster lasting recovery and transform lives.

We are committed to providing careers that make a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the people we employ. We do this through the work we do, our core mission and values, our employee resources, and especially through our purpose-driven community of opportunity and hope.

Our Health and Safety Commitment:

We maintain a zero-tolerance drug-free environment, including marijuana, to prioritize safety for staff and clients. All candidates must pass an occupational health screening, ensuring a secure and healthy workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to the requirements of the position.

Our Partnerships:

• AARP Employer Pledge Program
• MSEP (Military Spouse Employment Partnership).

Ready to Make a Difference? Apply today and be part of something bigger! Your role at Rosecrance will help transform lives—starting with your own.