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BOLEY CENTER

TIEH Peer Specialist

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$17/hr

Boley Centers is looking for a full-time Peer Specialist to work with the TIEH [Treatment of ... DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: * Assist the Treatment team with assessing strengths and needs of ...

Westcare

Peer Support Specialist

Pinellas Park, FL · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Provide services that promote wellness, recovery, and resiliency. * Assist clients with ... Previous experience in peer support roles or related positions is preferred. * High School diploma ...

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What skills do you need for peer assistant support?

A peer assistant needs strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively support and relate to others. They should have good listening abilities, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Basic organizational skills and familiarity with relevant tools or resources are also beneficial.

What is the difference between Peer Assistant vs Peer Mentor?

AspectPeer AssistantPeer Mentor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; training providedHigh school diploma; often additional training or experience
Work EnvironmentEducational settings, peer support programsEducational or community programs, ongoing mentorship roles
Employer & Industry UsageSchools, universities, mental health programsSchools, universities, youth organizations
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Peer Assistants and Peer Mentors both support peers in educational settings, but Peer Assistants typically focus on providing immediate support and assistance, often with minimal training. Peer Mentors usually engage in ongoing guidance and development, often requiring more experience or training. Both roles are vital for fostering supportive environments, but they differ in scope and responsibilities.

What is a peer assistant?

Peer Assistants are students or individuals who provide support, guidance, and resources to their peers within academic, residential, or campus settings. They often help new students adjust to college life, answer questions about campus resources, and offer advice based on their own experiences. Peer Assistants serve as role models, facilitate group activities, and may assist in resolving conflicts or referring students to professional staff when needed. Their main goal is to promote a welcoming and supportive community.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a peer assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Peer Assistant, you need strong interpersonal skills, active listening abilities, and often a background in the specific academic or campus area you are supporting. Familiarity with campus resources, learning management systems, and basic office software is commonly required. Outstanding communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills help you effectively support and guide peers. These competencies enable Peer Assistants to foster a positive environment, enhance student engagement, and contribute to the overall success of their peers.

How does a peer assistant typically support students in managing academic and personal challenges?

Peer Assistants often serve as approachable resources for students, offering guidance on academic strategies, time management, and campus resources. They may facilitate workshops, lead study groups, or provide one-on-one support, depending on the needs of their peers. While not acting as counselors, Peer Assistants are trained to listen empathetically and refer students to professional campus services when more specialized help is needed. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to foster a supportive, inclusive environment.

What are the most commonly searched types of Peer jobs in Florida?

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Peer Specialist (Gadsden County)

APALACHEE CENTER INC

Quincy, FL • On-site

$14.75 - $19/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Apalachee Center, Inc. is best known for helping individuals and families of North Florida succeed in recovering from emotional, psychiatric, and substance abuse crises. Apalachee Center, Inc. provides comprehensive behavioral health services across 8 counties (Franklin, Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Taylor, and Wakulla Counties).

Apalachee Center, Inc. offers competitive benefits for our full-time positions to include health, dental, vision, basic life insurance, long term disability, paid time off, and more.
Overview:

A peer specialist uses his or her lived experience to serve as a mentor to provide support for persons with severe persistent mental illness and or substance use disorder.  This role will promote hope and set person-centered recovery-oriented goals.  The role is non-clinical and does not include treatment, assessment and/or clinical evaluations of peers. It involves developing a relationship of trust that builds peers’ resilience, hope, recovery skills, and connects them to treatment services.

ESSENTIAL/CORE JOB-SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

  1. Assist peers by using tools such as Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP), in order to help peers, discover safe wellness tools and create a crisis/post-crisis plan.” Accomplish through regular meetings to help peers identify their own strengths and support them in using those strengths to communicate goals to staff and clinicians. 
  2. Assist peers in working with their case manager and other clinician/prescriber in determining the steps to take to achieve the personal goals and self-directed recovery through individual and/or group setting. PS will support peers in finding and developing the self-directed recovery goals by providing skill building, based on personal strength, supports and resources to aid them in order to achieve those goals.
  3. Role model’s competency in recovery, resiliency, wellness strategies and other techniques to the peers as well as coworkers and other staff. Share own personal recovery journey story to role model the value of recovery and teach peers appropriate self-advocacy to help peers sustain recovery success.
  4. Completes documentation and other paperwork accurately within 48 hours of service delivery and routed to supervisor approval.  Will be directed on appropriate documentation and reviewed by supervisor.
  5. Meets service productivity standard of at least 62.5% (or 5 out of 8 work hours) for the provision of peer services which are supported by appropriate clinical record documentation which meet Clinical Record Handbook specifications and Agency business/clinical ethics standards.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  1. Openly identifies as a person who has lived experience of using/have used mental health services and/or substance use disorder services or programs.
  2. Actively engages in self-care program that promotes recovery.
  3. Minimum of 1 (one) year in recovery required.

Education/Experience: 

  • A high school diploma or its equivalent. 
  • Certified as a Peer Specialist or eligible to obtain Peer Specialist certification.
  • Experience with mental illnesses and/or substance use disorder.

Licensure or Certification:

  • Recognized as a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist by the Florida Certification Board and in good standing or obtain certification within one year of employment. 
  • Must possess a current and valid driver’s license with no more than six (6) points and maintain Apalachee Designated Auto Driver’s status if transporting consumers is part of the job assignment.

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