Peer Support Specialist (SSG) Job Details Job Location Pikeville - 173 Redale - Pikeville, KY Salary Range $15.00 - $15.00 Hourly Description Position Summary:The Peer Support Specialist assists program participants in developing skills and competencies needed to successfully live and work within a community. This role provides recovery support, education, and advocacy to participants. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.Essential Job Functions:• Conducts skills building groups and other activities to empower program participants, under the guidance of the Program Director or designee;• Provides coaching and mentoring services that help program participants to integrate into their community and become successful, productive residents;• Acts as an advocate on behalf of their assigned program participant(s);• Attends and participates in training activities and meetings as required;• Supervises program participants under the direction of the Program Director or designee, reporting unusual changes as they occur;• Facilitates mentoring, discipline, safety, and observation of participants;• Utilizes approved crisis intervention techniques to assist with de-escalation of situations, ensuring program participant, staff, and visitor safety;• Participates in 24/7 coverage by working a flexible schedule, properly tracking hours worked, and consistently arriving to scheduled shifts on time;• Transports participants to school or medical appointments as required (if authorized);• Monitors participant whereabouts to be sure they remain on WestCare property, or have appropriate paperwork needed to leave WestCare property;• Assists in the implementation of recreational activities for program participants, participating where appropriate;• Ensures the facility is kept clean and in working order;• Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;• Performs any other duties as assigned. Qualifications Essential Qualifications:Certifications/Licensures:• Veterans are preferred• Relevant certification and/or licensure is preferred; preference will be given to certified candidates;• Valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insuranceis required.Education:• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.Experience and Competencies:• Two (2) years’ experience in workforce development, counseling, social work, or comparable field is required;• Two (2) or more years working in a behavioral health environment is preferred;• Ability to effectively coach and provide guidance is required;• Experience working with individuals struggling with substance abuse and mental health disorders preferred;• Ability to form and maintain effective, professional, and positive relationships with staff, volunteers, and program participants required;• Ability to work well, both individually and as part of a team required;• Ability to exercise good judgement and discretion required;• Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor required;• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required;