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Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester

Peer Support Specialist - Homeless Outreach

Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester, Manchester, New Hampshire, us, 03103

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Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester

Job Type:

Full-time (40 hours/week) First shift

Location:

Manchester, NH 03101

About Us:

Everyone deserves to feel healthy in both body and mind. Here at The Mental Health Center, we’re committed to helping you understand mental illness and get on the road to recovery. Our programs and services aim to restore health and improve quality of life. We believe each staff member plays an integral role in fulfilling our mission to provide the highest quality of care possible.

As a Peer Support Specialist on the Homeless Outreach Team, you will build meaningful relationships that empower patients to achieve personal goals. Using lived experience, you will support patients with empathy, encouragement, and practical guidance.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to support patients in achieving treatment goals.

Apply motivational interviewing skills to meet individuals at their recovery stage.

Engage individuals in identifying and working toward goals that build recovery capital.

Provide support that fosters independence, autonomy, and self-advocacy.

Assist individuals in accessing community resources that promote wellness and recovery.

Advocate to reduce stigma and promote resiliency.

Participate in treatment team meetings, individual and group supervision.

Communicate effectively with peers, managers, and support staff.

Maintain documentation in a timely manner.

Comply with confidentiality requirements (HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2).

Provide culturally sensitive support.

Qualifications

Certified Peer Specialist or Recovery Coach (eligible for CRSW and Intentional Peer Support certificates).

Valid driver’s license and liability insurance in accordance with agency policy.

A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.

Experience Experience working as a peer specialist in a mental health center setting and/or substance misuse services is highly recommended.

Education A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required.

Skills and Competencies

Commitment to teamwork

Self-starter, independent

Time management and organizational skills

Excellent communication with colleagues, staff, clients, and community partners

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Personal Time Off (PTO)

Extended Illness Leave (EIL)

7 Paid Holidays

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition AssistanceShort- and Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for Medical and Dependent Care

Flexible Work Options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company Discounts

Employee Recognition Events

Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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