Employment Type:
Full and Part time positions are available
Compensation:
We offer competitive salary and hourly positions (based on knowledge, education and experience).
Mileage reimbursement is available for travel outside of assigned service area.
Paid training
How to express interest:
Email resume to: spriester@researchcommunitycare.com
Subject: Peer Support Specialist
Description of Peer Support Service:
Peer Support Services (PSS) are an evidenced-based mental health model of care that provides
community-based recovery services directly to a Medicaid-eligible adult beneficiary diagnosed
with a mental health or substance use disorder. PSS provides structured, scheduled services that
promote recovery, self-determination, self-advocacy, engagement in self-care and wellness and
enhancement of community living skills of beneficiaries. PSS services are directly provided by
Certified Peer Support Specialists (CPSS) who have self-identified as a person(s) in recovery
from a mental health or substance use disorder. PSS can be provided in combination with other
approved mental health or substance use services or as an independent service. Due to the high
prevalence of beneficiaries with co-occurring disorders (mental health, substance use or physical
health disorders) it is a priority that integrated treatment be available to these beneficiaries.
PSS are based on the belief that beneficiaries diagnosed with serious mental health or substance
use disorders can and do recover. The focus of the services is on the person, rather than the
identified mental health or substance use disorder and emphasizes the acquisition, development,
and expansion of rehabilitative skills needed to move forward in recovery. The services promote
skills for coping with and managing symptoms while utilizing natural resources and the
preservation and enhancement of community living skills.
Peer Support Services (PSS) are provided one-on-one to the beneficiary or in a group setting.
Providing one-on-one support builds on the relationship of mutuality between the beneficiary and
CPSS; supports the beneficiary in accomplishing self-identified goals; and may further support
the beneficiary’s engagement in treatment. Peer Support Services provided in a group setting
allow the beneficiary the opportunity to engage in structured services with others that share
similar recovery challenges or interest; improve or develop recovery skills; and explore
community resources to assist the beneficiary in his or her recovery. PSS are based on the
beneficiary’s needs and coordinated within the