• The Peer Support Specialist exemplifies recovery principles in order to show by example that recovery is possible and attainable. The Peer Specialist shares their personal recovery story when appropriate, and walks the road of recovery alongside the service recipient.

• Educate and advocate for the values and principles of the Recovery Model.

• Work to increase level of cultural sensitivity, awareness and competency regarding Person-Centered and Peer-Delivered Services.

The Human Services Practitioner position serves as an Employment Peer Mentor, working with the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Supported Employment Team. IPS-Supported Employment is an evidence-based service model aimed at assisting individuals with SPMI/SMI to successfully gain and maintain competitive employment in market jobs. The Employment Peer Mentor role works directly with individuals receiving IPS services, using both formal and informal methods of peer support including Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP) and Vocational Illness Management and Recovery (IMR/WMR).