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Community Support Advocates
Family Peer Support Specialist
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$34,786 / year median in Iowa
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Are you a parent of a child with a mental health condition? Are you interested in you using your experience to help other parents and families have the support they need and not feel so alone? Community Support Advocates is hiring for a Part Time Family Peer Support Specialist. The Family Peer Support Specialist serves as an integral member of CSA's Community Based Services Interdisciplinary team. The Family Peer Support Specialist's primary roles are to encourage members and families to promote the concept of "whole health" by encouraging parents, families and caregivers to take control of their own health and wellness. The Family Peer Support Specialist performs a wide range of tasks to support familiess in driving their own recovery process. Family Peer Support Specialists role model hope, personal responsibility, self-advocacy, coping skills development and community connectedness. At Community Support Advocates our Mission is to "Partnering for hope and resiliency" . We value collaboration, integrity, individuality, and innovation. Upon completion of the Family Peer Support Training certification you will be eligible for an additional wage increase. Education and/or Experience Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Must be the parent of a child (or adult ) with an emotional, behavioral or mental health disorder.