Peer Support Specialist

  • Full Time
  • Houston, TX
  • $24 USD / Hour
  • Full Time
  • Houston, TX
  • $24 USD / Hour

The Harris County Public Health Department and Team1Medical

Peer Support Specialist
Houston, TX 77002

Posted: 09/04/2024Industry: Clerical/OfficeJob Number: OG63831494Pay Rate: $24 / hour
Job Description
Peer Support Specialist
Salary Rate: $24.00/hr.
Location: Houston, TX (Downtown Houston)
Shift: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Employment Type: Temporary

The Harris County Public Health Department and Team1Medical are teaming up to seek a Peer Support Specialist to join the team! In this role, the Peer Support Specialist is a crucial team member who will ensure participants receive tailored services to meet their unique needs. This role will service provisions to focus on working with clients to enhance their recovery.

What you will be doing:
Provide ongoing case management services for applicable participants; monitor the case through approved closing and maintain client records and all other required documentation with discretion.
Manage crises by assessing, deciding, and acting following standards and laws in emergencies involving the health and safety of clients being compromised, support participants in daily decision-making, and resolution of minor problems.

What is Required:
High School Diploma/GED Required
One (1) year of advocacy, mentoring, education, counseling, substance use service, or case management experience is required.

Lived experience with mental illness, addiction or poverty.
Current valid certification issued and recognized by the Texas Certification Board as a Peer Recovery Support Specialist, Peer Recovery Specialist, Internationally Certified Peer Recovery, Re-Entry Peer Specialist, Mental Health Peer Specialist, or Recovery Support Peer Specialist is required.

Benefits and Perks:
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with no weekends to offer a good work/life balance.
During your employment with Team1Medical Staffing, you can enroll in our benefits program, including medical (3 plans to choose from), dental, disability, critical illness, life, vision, accident, and behavioral health insurance. Additional benefits include 401K, direct deposit, and our referral bonus program!

Your Career Partner:
Team1Medical, a The Reserves Network company, is a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field.
The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.

To apply for this job please visit jobs.team1medical.com.

To apply for this job please visit jobs.team1medical.com.

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The Harris County Public Health Department and Team1Medical

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