Resident Peer Support Specialist – Shelter Based
Mental Health America of South Central Kansas · Wichita, Kansas, US
Description POSITION TITLE: Resident Peer Support Specialist – Shelter Based REPORTS TO: Team Lead FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None...
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Description POSITION TITLE: Resident Peer Support Specialist – Shelter Based REPORTS TO: Team Lead: FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt: POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None: POSITION OVERVIEW: The Resident Peer Support Specialist – Shelter Based is a live-in position that combines peer support and light operational responsibilities within a shelter-based environment. This role utilizes lived experience to support community and engagement while assisting with cleaning, laundry, and maintaining shared spaces. The position helps create a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment that promotes dignity, accountability, and shared responsibility. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Service Delivery: - Assist with maintaining a clean and organized environment, including: - Laundry operations (linens, towels, resident support as needed) - Cleaning of common areas (kitchen, restrooms, shared spaces) - Support daily routines and expectations that contribute to a safe and structured environment - Encourage shared responsibility among residents for maintaining community spaces Care Coordination & Collaboration: Monitoring Progress & Responding to Client Needs - Work collaboratively with shelter staff to support daily o...