Peer Support Specialist
Veterans Staffing
Job Summary And Responsibilities
A peer support specialist is a person with "lived experience" who has been trained to support those who struggle with mental health, psychological trauma, or substance use. Experience in coping with life events successfully despite having a mental health challenge. Help individuals in setting and achieving their own goals. Maintain high standards of personal conduct. Teach and role model the value of every individual's recovery experience.
Job Requirements
- High School Graduate or GED required
- Must have experience with own personal mental health/substance abuse challenges.
- Experience as a Peer Support Specialist or working in a Psychiatric or Human Services setting preferred
Where You'll Work
CHI Health Immanuel, located in North Omaha just off of I-680 on 72nd Street, offers a full-service hospital, cancer center, rehabilitation center, specialty spine hospital and more. For well over a century, our commitment to serve our community inspires our staff to provide the highest quality of care to all who we have the privilege to serve.
Pay Range
$16.83 - $23.77 /hour. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.