Peer Support Specialist - Adult Mental Health

Agency Overview

Since 1982 Wellspring has championed mental health recovery in Louisville. Serving some of the most vulnerable people in our community, Wellspring is a pillar of hope. We support adults in building healthy & hopeful lives through behavioral health, housing, & employment services. We believe recovery is possible for all people with psychiatric disabilities.

Wellspring’s recovery-oriented programming incorporates person-centered care & utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach. We provide high quality housing assuring opportunities for community integration that enhances our neighborhoods.

Wellspring’s success depends on our highly qualified and dedicated staff.
We hire individuals who are committed to excellent service to our clients, to each other, and to the community. We value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and encourage all people to apply!

Peer Specialists are active members of the Wellspring multi-disciplinary treatment team, providing safety and support for the wellbeing of clients. Peer Specialists provide supportive counseling and crisis intervention with the advice and consultation of the clinical team. Peer Specialists assist clients with their mental health recovery through problem solving and life skills training via individual and group sessions. Peer Specialists complete electronic documentation of services during each shift worked.

Salary: $15 - $18 / hour

This position is part-time with evening and weekend hours required.

• The Peer Specialist will identify as a mental health consumer and must be willing to share their personal experience of mental health recovery and support others in need.
• The Peer Specialist will have a belief in recovery from mental illness and an enthusiasm for helping persons with disabilities, rooted in empathy and compassion, demonstrating a careful and caring attitude.
• Candidates must be willing to share their personal experience of mental health recovery and support others in need. The ideal candidate will have experience providing peer support services to clients experiencing serious mental illness and substance use disorders.
• A valid driver's license and personal vehicle are required for this position as the Peer Specialist will conduct home visits and transport clients to appointments.
• A high school degree or equivalent is required.
• The candidate will already hold an Adult Peer Support Certification and be certified by the Commonwealth of Kentucky.