Social Service Specialist- Pathways Peer Support Specialist

FLSA Non-exempt. Integrated Care and Recovery Services provides a range of supports to assist the program participants with mental health and/or substance use issues in the recovery process. Peer support specialists within the Pathways Specialized Unit are persons with lived experience with homelessness, mental health and/or substance use that will have a targeted focus of assisting program participants navigate service programs, transition into stable housing, and sustain their housing while also supporting participants’ mental wellness.

Peer support specialists will partner closely with a social worker and a mental health/substance use professional in service delivery. Peer support specialists promote wellness, self-direction, and recovery by enhancing the skills and abilities of program participants to meet their chosen goals. They may assist by teaching daily living skills, helping participants navigate community resources, engage in meaningful daily activities such as work or school.

Peer support specialists also help participants navigate service systems with dignity and without trauma.

For this position, preference is for individuals that hold a Certified Peer Specialist or Certified Peer Recovery Coach credential. Work hours will primarily be Monday
- Friday 2:00pm-10:00pm at a co-ed transitional housing complex.

• Demonstrate mutual respect, humility, and honesty in all interactions

• Speak up appropriately, even when expressing unpopular viewpoints

• Actively listen and remain open-minded to diverse perspectives

• Set clear goals and objectives to motivate self and others to achieve outcomes

• Seek new opportunities to improve processes and drive sustainable results

• Hold self and others accountable through consistent evaluation and monitoring

• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and growth

• Provide mentorship and support to help self and others reach full potential

• Recognize and leverage diverse strengths within self and team

• Understand and communicate a compelling vision that aligns with organizational goals

• Develop and execute comprehensive strategies to achieve long-term objectives

• Connect daily work to the bigger picture, inspiring self and others to contribute meaningfully

• Navigate complex situations by considering multiple perspectives

• Adapt quickly to changes and uncertainties in the work environment

• Make critical decisions using analytical skills, experience, and input from others

• Communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization

• Influence others through coaching, consulting, and team-minded thinking

• Develop and sustain partnerships that create positive outcomes for all stakeholders

• Understand and address the needs and concerns of the community

• Incorporate community perspectives into decision-making processes

• Drive initiatives that create positive impacts beyond the organization

• Show self‑awareness and manage emotions effectively in challenging situations

• Seek and respond constructively to feedback, even in the face of setbacks

• Balance empathy with accountability when leading self and working with others

Provide Direct Recovery Support:
Mental health and substance use recovery services in both individual and group settings

Self-Disclosure as a Tool:
Use your own lived experience to provide relatable insights and mentorship that inspire hope and recovery.

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