Certified Peer Support Specialist

About Cogent InfoTech At Cogent InfoTech, we believe in creating opportunities that empower individuals and transform organizations. With over 21 years of excellence in consulting and talent solutions, we pride ourselves on building inclusive workplaces and driving innovation in everything we do. Our diverse teams bring unique perspectives to help deliver cutting-edge solutions to global clients across both public and private sectors. Job Title - MA II/Certified Peer support Specialist Location - New Castle, DE / Dover, DE/ Sussex, DE Contract Role Onsite Role Job Summary

• An individual who has lived experience with mental illness, addiction, co-occurring conditions, and/or recovery.
• Support others going through similar life challenges they once experienced.
• Assist individuals in developing the skills and resources they need to live an independent and productive life in the community.
• Helps consumers as they transition from one level of care to another. Key Responsibilities
• Interview's patients, clients, family members and/or persons deemed necessary to obtain the most complete case history.
• Assists in identifying, documenting, and advocating for the needs, goals, and problematic barriers that clients are facing.
• Maintains a caseload, providing support to clients and families.
• Prepares narrative report writing to document contacts. Required
• Assist in developing natural supports and community living by learning multiple roles (friend, spouse, employee, student, etc.) so a greater sense of identity is established.
• Must have direct personal experience living with mental illness.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Partners with clients to ensure collaboration with current supporters identified i.e. family, friends, clinical home, current treatment services provider, housing supports, etc. to obtain collateral information and ongoing participation in identified recovery journey.
• May prepare application forms for benefits or services.
• Conducts routine follow-up calls to maintain contact with clients.

Cogent InfoTech is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply Join Us At Cogent InfoTech, your ideas matter. Join a purpose-driven organization that celebrates diversity, encourages collaboration, and invests in your future. #NIT01

Pay:

$20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person