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Family Specialist Turn Your Experience into Impact!

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Nevada P.E.P., Inc.

Reno, NV (In Person)

$36,400 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/1/2026

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Family Specialist - Turn Your Experience into Impact! Nevada P.E.P., Inc. - 4.4 Reno, NV Job Details Full-time $17 - $18 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Mileage reimbursement Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Flexible schedule Qualifications Working with individuals with disabilities Public speaking High school diploma or GED Grassroots community outreach Data entry Full Job Description Full-time | 40 hours per week | Nevada At Nevada PEP, we believe families are the experts in their children's care. We're hiring a Family Peer Support Specialist — a parent or caregiver who has firsthand experience raising a child with disabilities or behavioral/mental health challenges. If you've navigated Nevada's systems of care and want to use your journey to help other families, this is the role for you.
What You'll Be Doing:
Supporting parents and caregivers through peer mentoring Helping families understand resources, services, and rights Attending school, community, or system meetings with families Sharing your lived experience to improve systems and policies Raising awareness in the community through outreach and presentations
What You Bring:
High school diploma or equivalent Compassion, communication, and problem-solving skills Familiarity with Nevada's System of Care and resources for families Comfort with public speaking, outreach, and data entry Flexibility to work evenings/weekends and travel locally Why Join Nevada PEP? Be part of a supportive team that values lived experience Receive hands-on training and ongoing professional development Help create lasting change for Nevada families Flexible Schedule with Vacation Time and Paid Holidays Off - Your Birthday Included!
About Nevada PEP:
Nevada PEP is a nonprofit organization serving families statewide who are raising children with disabilities including those with behavioral health challenges. We offer training, resources, and family-to-family support to help families successfully navigate services and systems. As a "family of families," we walk alongside one another through challenges, offering care, guidance, and understanding rooted in lived experience.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person