Peer Support Specialist Re-announced

Part-time Temporary position; up to 29 hours per week. Under the general supervision of the Workforce Development Manager, the peer support specialist serves as peer support for offenders. Assists offenders with the treatment and services enrollment process; serves as a liaison for community – based services.

Part-time Temporary position; up to 29 hours per week. Under the general supervision of the Workforce Development Manager, the peer support specialist serves as peer support for offenders. Assists offenders with the treatment and services enrollment process; serves as a liaison for community – based services.

• A high school diploma or equivalent of relevant Human Services or social services experience.
• A minimum of three years since any criminal involvement (e.g., arrest, incarceration, or supervision).
• Able to be credentialed as Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) within 180 days of hire.

• Experience working with a forensic population is preferred.

Please note: This is an entirely on-site, in-office position.

The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is committed to maintaining a workforce that is free of unlawful discrimination, including harassment on the bases of race, color, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity).