Peer Support Specialist (51050)

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Doral 5605 NW 82ND Avenue - Doral, FL 33166Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $21.63 - $21.63 HourlyJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesPOSITION SUMMARY: Person in this position is responsible for providing peer leadership, outreach, advocacy, coaching, and recovery support services to those seeking or sustain recovery within the community. Job Functions include those listed below. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Serve as a positive role-model to individuals and their families, sharing experiential knowledge and skills. Works with individuals, families, and groups to provide outreach and emotional support. Educate and refer clients to community agencies and businesses that appropriately address their need for food, shelter, clothing, employment, transportation, social service benefits, etc. Provides warm hand off to community resources, services, and supports. Provide services that promote wellness, recovery, and resiliency. Assist clients with establishing or re-establishing support systems within their community. Engage with the family members of (or other persons significant to) those in crisis to educate them about self-care...