Peer Support Specialist

Peer Support Specialist - 10-15 hours a week

Spencer, 920 S Grand, Spencer, Iowa, United States of America

Posted Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Hope Haven is an accredited resource for disability services and advocacy. We offer service programs and support to meet a broad range of needs for children, adults, and families – from physical, mental, and intellectual to residential, vocational, and spiritual.

POSITION OVERVIEW: Peer Support Specialist (PSS) must have or had a serious mental illness and be living well in recovery. This position provides peer support services, which includes providing emotional support, coaching and training, empowerment and advocacy, to persons with a serious mental illness in their homes and/or community settings.

• Provide support to other peers and assist them in reaching and maintaining their personal recovery goals.
• Promote self-determination and support peers in maintaining relationships and increasing a higher level of control and satisfaction over their lives.
• Promote skills for improving mental and physical wellbeing and increasing resiliency.
• Assist individuals with identifying and utilizing natural supports and community-based resources to reach and maintain their recovery.
• Collaborate with individuals to develop and implement their individualized treatment plan and coping/crisis plan.
• When applicable, participate in interdisciplinary meetings of individuals on your caseload.
• Follow all safety procedures and promote safety measures among the team and peers.
• Timely filing of receipts and mileage into online platform.

Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Physical mobility to walk, stoop, stand, sit, and climb steps.

• Have or have had a serious mental illness and are living well in recovery.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a GED or high school diploma.
• Ability to complete required 40-hour Peer Support Specialist training within six months of hire.
• Knowledge and understanding of the "recovery" model of service delivery.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and have basic computer skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
• Reliable Transportation.
• Provide proof of state minimum liability insurance coverage.
• Valid Class C driver’s license required, unless driving a vehicle with a capacity of 8 or more, then a Class "D" license will be required and be an insurable driver with our insurance company.

If this all sounds like a good fit, you are here for a reason. Apply today. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and scheduling. And you’ll be able to put your gifts to good use, which comes with its own amazing rewards.

Spencer, 920 S Grand, Spencer, Iowa, United States of America