Peer Support Specialist, Behavioral Health

Join Boston Public Health Commission as a Peer Support Specialist – Behavioral Health, Boston in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of tasks to help clients regain independence within the community, regain mastery over their own recovery process, and move out of shelter into permanent housing.

• Engage and build relationships and rapport with shelter guests, engaging them in Behavioral Health services.

• Coordinate, plan, and conduct Behavioral Health education classes, groups and events.

• Assist clients in applying for and obtaining vital documents—including social security cards, IDs, and birth certificates.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Previous participation in Mental Health or Substance Abuse service systems as recipient of service and a willingness to convey this experience is strongly preferred.

• 1 year of experience in related field desirable.

• Valid Mass Driver’s license is strongly preferred.

Work Schedule

• Full-Time position.

• No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Boston Public Health Commission as a Peer Support Specialist – Behavioral Health, Boston.