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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 Tennessee?

The most popular types of Peer jobs in Tennessee are:

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Peer Support Specialist (52376)

WESTCARE INC

Morristown, TN • On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Position Summary:
The Peer Support serves as a member of the Prevention team of WestCare Tennessee and works to ensure the delivery of quality services to their coworkers and to the individuals served in the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant (SSPGF). This role provides peer support to eligible veterans and their families in suicide prevention, awareness, and community resource linkage.
Essential Job Functions:
  • Support program alignment with the VA's National Strategy for Preventing Veteran Suicide (2018)
  • Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, and goals of WestCare Tennessee.
  • Become trained as a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPRS) with the State of Tennessee.
  • Serve as primary outreach liaison in counties served.
  • Help bring visibility to the program within the communities of service, other veteran service programs, military personnel and their families.
  • Build rapport as first initial contact with eligible veterans and/or families on the community to complete program intake and assessment process.
  • Provide peer support on sustaining and maintaining trust with veterans and/or family during the initial meetings or requested times by the program Case Manager.
  • After completing the initial intake make referral to the program Case Manager for additional services.
  • Assist eligible veterans and their families with community resources, employment (job readiness, resume and job search), housing assistance, and other needed veteran services in collaboration with the program Case Manager.
  • Facilitate weekly peer support meetings with enrolled veterans and/or their family by either in person, virtual platform or telephone.
  • Schedule presentations in designated counties with community stakeholders and Veteran Services and/or Groups providing program literature and suicide prevention materials.
  • Coordinate and attend scheduled community events or meetings to promote the program to initiate contact with potential eligible veterans and their families.
  • Attend necessary monthly integrated staff team meetings in coordinating the care and services for each enrolled veteran and their families.
  • Maintain strong professional relationships with veteran organizations and other community agencies to receive referrals and utilize office space for meetings and group activities.
  • Plan and schedule events/activities with program staff and community partners.
  • Maintain all data in VA tracking systems (MITRE and Squares) and the WestCare Clinical Database System.
  • Submit weekly workplan/report on activities to Project Director on peer support outcomes.
  • Work closely with Project Director, Continuous Quality Improvement Assistant, Community Outreach Coordinator and WestCare Foundation Evaluation team regarding the collection of data and reporting of program outcomes.
  • Attend in-person and virtual program conferences and meetings, community meetings, and events as deemed necessary.
  • Complete professional development training from WestCare training department.
  • Perform other duties assigned by the Project Director or Designee.

Essential Qualifications:
Certifications/Licenses:
  • Previous military experience and employment required.
  • Valid driver's license is required.

Education:
  • Graduation from an accredited two-year Community College or a four-year College/University with a degree in Communication, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or related human services field to the position is preferred.
  • Current and/or previous experience in a veteran service-related field of at least 3-5 years will be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience and Competencies:
  • Basic knowledge of veteran services, behavioral health, social services, judicial system, law enforcement or related industry.
  • Experience with case management and administering assessments preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills including public speaking and group facilitation/training.
  • Some experience with performing outreach and marketing.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment.
  • Ability to adhere to the highest standard of ethical conduct and confidentiality.
  • Professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
  • Research and evaluate data.
  • Experience with using data tracking systems.
  • Ability to work in different program systems in providing day-to-day operations.
  • Ability to stay highly organized and maintain time management.
  • Ability to utilize a computer and software that includes Microsoft 365.

Working Conditions:
  • Work is primarily performed in an office or indoor setting.
  • Some outdoor activities and travel will be required.
  • Some travel will be required for trainings and conferences.
  • Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.

Essential Physical and Mental Demands of the Job
The employee must be able to perform the following essential duties and activities with or
without accommodation:
Physical Demands:
  • Requires mobility and physical activity: Having an adequate range of body motion and mobility to work in an office or outdoor environment including standing and walking (even and uneven surfaces), sitting for extended periods of time, bending, twisting, reaching, balancing, occasional lifting and carrying of up to fifty pounds. Use of computer and telephone systems is required which includes coordination of eye and hand, and proper utilization by hand (typing, writing, and working with files).
  • Requires talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Talking is required to impart oral information to employees, the public, and in those activities in which the employee is required to convey detailed or important spoken instructions to others accurately, loudly, or promptly.
  • Requires hearing: Hearing is required to receive and communicate detailed information through oral communication.
  • Requires seeing: Clarity of vision including proper eyewear at 20 inches or less and at distance.
  • The normal work routine involves no exposure to human blood, body fluids or tissues. However, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Appropriate personal protective equipment will be readily available to every employee.

Mental Demands:
  • Requires the ability to collect and analyze complex numerical and written data and verbal information to reach logical conclusions.
  • Requires the ability to work and cooperate with co-workers, managers, and the public at all levels in order to exchange ideas, information, instructions, and opinions.

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