Peer Specialist – CBHC Position Available In Suffolk, Massachusetts

Peer Specialist

• CBHC
  Boston Metro North
  Join Eliot
• A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change
  At Eliot, your work has purpose.

You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.
Benefits at Eliot
We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth.

Benefit eligible positions include:

Generous Paid Time Off

• Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
  Comprehensive Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
  Retirement Savings
• 401(k) with employer match
  Wellness & Family Support
• Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
  Financial Security
• 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
  Professional Growth
• Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development
  Eliot is seeking empathetic Peer Specialists to join our Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CBHC) program serving as a single entry point for mental health and substance use services for youth, families and adults.

As a Certified Peer Specialist, you will draw on your own lived experience to support individuals in the program, utilizing knowledge of community resources, recovery supports, and practical coping strategies. You will work collaboratively to empower and advocate for clients, promoting increased independence and supporting their recovery journey.

Responsibilities:

Empower individuals to make autonomous decisions and build self-advocacy skills
Provide peer support and guidance throughout the recovery process Support clients in identifying personal recovery strategies and developing self-management plans
Promote hope and resilience through regular meetings, encouragement, and strength-based support
Deliver side-by-side interventions focused on problem-solving, skills training, behavioral modeling, and motivation

Qualifications:

Requires a High school diploma or equivalent
Experience working with adults with severe mental illness
Lived experience and strong commitment to recovery
Valid Massachusetts Drivers License
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Peer Specialist certification a plus

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Hourly Rate
$19.23

• $23.

08 USD
At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.
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