Peer Support Specialist ; Focus Area Engagement Team Department of Public Health and Environment

Position: Peer Support Specialist I (Focus Area Engagement Team) – Department of Public Health and Environment
About Our Job With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

What We Offer The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $23.89 - $29.86. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
457B Retirement Plan
140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

Location

The City and County of Denver supports a hybrid workplace model. In this position, you can expect to work mostly in the field, and within the office when needed. The office for this position is located at 201 W. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80202.What You’ll DoDenver's Department of Public Health and Environment (DDPHE) is dedicated to advancing Denver's environmental and public health goals.

DDPHE works collaboratively with city, state and community partners to conduct education, community engagement, and enforcement to promote healthy people, healthy pets, and a sustainable environment. DDPHE oversees a number of services related to public health and the environment and is comprised of seven divisions:
Division of Shared Services and Business Operations;
Community & Behavioral Health;
Public Health Investigations;
Denver Animal Protection; the Office of Medical Examiner;
Emergency Management and Medical Operations, and Environmental Quality. For more information on DDPHE’s programs and services, visit the DDPHE website at:
Denver Department of Public Health and Environment.

We foster an inclusive culture by respecting the values, customs, and authenticity of everyone and by implementing equitable public health strategies so Denver communities can thrive.

As the Peer Support Specialist I you will be a dedicated and experienced individual to serve on the Focus Area Street Engagement Team. This team provides direct services to a diverse group of people, where they are, by way of outreach, in the community. We work collaboratively with people from various backgrounds and experiences; and people who often experience trauma, stigma and oppression, including: people who use substances, people living with mental health challenges, and people experiencing unstable housing.

This position will work in ever changing environments, and exposed to the seasonal elements of Denver. A majority of the work is completed outside of an office setting, in compact spaces, and on foot.

Specifically, as the Peer Support Specialist I you will:

Work daily within a geographic area prioritized for outreach to connect people to shelter, housing, and other services.

Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary outreach team to develop daily operational plan focusing on unique demographics, service needs, and other special considerations.

Approach individuals on the street in the Focus Area. Engage individuals in trauma-responsive and person-focused interactions

Leverage lived experience and core competencies in Peer Support to cultivate meaningful, authentic relationships grounded in mutual respect and collaboration.

Engage individuals with goal setting methods to identify services, resources, partners, and develop timelines to succeed in self-determined goals.

Provide support for resource…