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Peer Support Specialist

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$22/hr

The Peer Support Specialist serves as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator to recovering individuals in order to help prevent relapse and promote long-term recovery. The Peer Support ...

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Certified Peer Specialist

Canton, OH · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) is an individual with lived experience of mental health and/or ... EnoughCS believes that what we can't do can still be addressed with the help of other community ...

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Peer Support Specialist

Youngstown, OH · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

The Peer Support Specialist serves as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator to recovering individuals in order to help prevent relapse and promote long-term recovery. The Peer Support ...

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Certified Peer Specialist

Canton, OH · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) is an individual with lived experience of mental health and/or ... EnoughCS believes that what we can't do can still be addressed with the help of other community ...

Ohio State University

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Peer Recovery Supporter-BHUC) serve as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator for patients with behavioral health disorders to order help them engage in necessary treatment, promote long-term ...

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What is a peer helper?

Peer Helpers are individuals, often students or trained volunteers, who provide support, guidance, and assistance to their peers in various settings such as schools, universities, or community organizations. They are trained to listen, offer advice, and help connect others to appropriate resources when needed. Peer Helpers play a crucial role in fostering a supportive environment and can assist with issues ranging from academic stress to personal challenges. Their goal is to promote well-being and encourage positive mental health among their peers.

What does a peer helper do?

Peer Helpers usually provide emotional support, guidance, and practical information to their peers, often acting as a bridge to professional resources when needed. They may facilitate group discussions, listen to concerns, and help create a supportive environment within schools or organizations. Common challenges include maintaining boundaries, managing confidentiality, and balancing peer helping responsibilities with personal commitments. Effective communication and empathy are crucial, and ongoing training or supervision is often provided to help Peer Helpers navigate these situations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a peer helper?

To thrive as a Peer Helper, you generally need strong interpersonal skills, active listening abilities, and a background or training in peer support or counseling. Familiarity with communication platforms, crisis intervention protocols, and sometimes basic certifications in mental health first aid or peer support are valuable. Empathy, non-judgmental attitude, and the ability to maintain confidentiality make someone stand out in this role. These skills are essential for building trust, providing effective support, and fostering a safe and supportive environment for peers.

What is the difference between Peer Helper vs Peer Counselor?

AspectPeer HelperPeer Counselor
CredentialsOften requires training or certification programs, no formal degree neededTypically requires specialized training, certification, or a degree in counseling or psychology
Work EnvironmentSchool settings, community programs, peer support groupsSchool counseling offices, mental health clinics, community centers
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, youth programs, non-profitsSchools, mental health organizations, healthcare providers
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding basic peer support roles, entry-level positionsSeeking professional counseling roles, advanced peer support positions

Peer Helpers typically provide basic peer support and guidance in educational or community settings, often with minimal formal training. Peer Counselors usually have specialized training or certification and offer more in-depth emotional support or counseling. Both roles focus on peer assistance but differ in scope, training, and responsibilities.

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

The most popular types of Peer jobs in Ohio are:

What cities in Ohio are hiring for Peer Helper jobs?

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Peer Recovery Supporter

The Children's Network of Southwestern Ontario

Troy, OH • On-site

$16 - $19/hr

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Job description

Position Summary:
This Peer Recovery Support Specialist position is responsible for serving clients with substance use disorders. Peer support specialists in the substance use treatment field have lived experience of recovery from problematic substance use and special training to work with people seeking or in recovery. A peer support specialist uses his/her lived experience and training to support clients in exploring the many pathways to recovery, navigating treatment, identifying, building strengths, discovering resilience, connecting to others in recovery, finding needed resources, developing new behaviors and ways of thinking, advocating for themselves, and celebrating recovery accomplishments.
Key Responsibilities:
  1. Coordination of Care Services:
    1. Participate with the treatment team in the development of an individualized, comprehensive treatment plan
    2. Provide coordination and assistance in crisis intervention/emergency services and stabilization.
    3. Participate in meetings of community groups to educate about recovery, leading recovery dialogs, and advocate for consumer client needs, / self-help sessions with consumer.
  2. Documentation and Reporting
    1. Maintain all documentation as required by the agency in its policies & procedures or by regulatory bodies. This includes having paperwork turned in on a timely basis.
    2. Maintain an active caseload by accepting, transferring, and closing individuals in a timely manner.
    3. Conduct and gather data for client interviews needed for the Government Performance and Results Modernization Act (GPRA).
    4. Maintain client care database by entering latest information as it becomes available; verifying findings and reports; backing up data.
  3. Professional Growth, Ethical and Agency Standards
    1. Attend and take part in regular supervision, which may include participation in group problem solving, presenting cases for review, and sharing information on resources in the community.
    2. Maintain agency-required annual training including client rights and grievances, safety training, infection control, and others as required by accrediting bodies.
    3. Demonstrates and supports the company core values TCN C.A.R.E.S. "Commitment, Accountability, Respect, Empathy, Service"
    4. Maintain licensure.
    5. Maintain client confidentiality.
    6. Abide by and follow the agency Code of Ethics.
    7. Maintain constructive, non-judgmental working relationships with clients, agency staff and community partners.
    8. Participate in the SUD (Substance Use Disorders) treatment team to ensure services are accessed and by covering for others when necessary.
    9. Ensure that productivity is at expected levels.
    10. Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
    11. Be willing to work on a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the clients.
    12. Adhere to all organizational and departmental policies, including compliance with all behavioral and ethical expectations.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Education: Minimum of a high school diploma
  • Certification: Peer Recovery Support Certification and one year of previous experience with substance use disorders.
  • First Aid, and Descalation which will be provided if needed
  • Other: Must meet all requirements associated with completing an application and receiving approval to bill Medicaid for services rendered.
  • Valid Ohio Driver's License, reliable transportation, and appropriate automobile liability insurance.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Knowledge:
  • Understanding the philosophy and purposes of peer support services; how to work with community partners to improve collaborative efforts and build referral source satisfaction.

Skills:
  • Capacity to perform duties effectively under potential emotional stress and conflict situations.
  • Proficiency in utilizing basic computer skills and office equipment for documentation and communication purposes.
  • Practice of a client-focused approach, demonstrating active listening skills, reading comprehension, critical thinking and problem solving.
  • Active listening, reading comprehension, critical thinking, excellent verbal, and written communication skills

Abilities:
  • Willingness and physical capability to engage in activities essential to meet the fundamental needs of individuals served. This includes occasional assistance in relocating individuals to new living situations, aiding with shopping, and instructing daily living skills, as necessary.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking with various populations.
  • Ability to work independently.

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