Supported Housing Peer Specialist Position Available In Pinellas, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: Boley Centers, Inc. is seeking a full-time Supported Housing Peer Specialist in Saint Petersburg, FL. This role involves providing psycho-social rehabilitation services and mentoring to consumers. Requirements include a high school diploma/GED, six months of work experience, knowledge of Recovery Model, and a valid Florida driver's license. Veterans are encouraged to apply. EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP.
Job Description
Supported Housing Peer Specialist 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars 647 34th Avenue South, Saint Petersburg, FL 33705 ABOUT
THE ORGANIZATION
Established in 1970, Boley Centers, Inc., is a private, non-profit organization serving individuals with mental disabilities, individuals and families who are homeless, Veterans and youth in Pinellas County. Boley Centers, Inc., a nationally recognized and accredited behavioral health care agency, has an opening for a full-time Supported Housing Peer Specialist.
BENEFITS
10 paid holidays per year Paid Time Off Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Tuition reimbursement Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision
JOB SUMMARY
This position works with the treatment team to provide psycho-social rehabilitation services to consumers. Provides mentoring services to consumers to assist with the achievement of individualized goals.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma/GED equivalency. Six months of responsible work experience, preferably involving interactions with the public. Knowledge of Recovery Model, counseling techniques, verbal crisis intervention and mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Good skills and demonstrated abilities in communication – verbal and/or written, interpersonal relations, teaching/instructing, counseling, coaching, training, basic math and language, record keeping, evaluating, organizing work, planning, crisis intervention, and such others that are usually and customarily considered necessary for satisfactory completion of essential duties.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be a consumer of mental health services as defined by the Agency. Valid Florida driver’s license required. Must pass a level II background check and drug screen. This position requires meeting the eligibility requirements of the Agency’s vehicle insurance carrier when driving an Agency vehicle or a personal vehicle transporting consumers. Own transportation vehicle and insurance preferred. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. Veterans encouraged to apply. Boley Centers is a drug-free workplace that adheres to federal regulations as it pertains to marijuana use. EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP
