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Family Peer Support Specialist-Bilingual
Pay$20.00 / hour
LocationRockville/Maryland
Employment typeFull-Time
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Job Description
- Req#: 2720097
Employer Industry: Nonprofit Behavioral Health Support
Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary of $20.00 per hour with full benefits
- Generous paid time off including 2 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks of sick leave, 3 personal days, 2 floating holidays, and 11 holidays per year
- Flexible work schedule, primarily Monday to Friday during the day
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting families in need
- Work remotely with the flexibility to manage your schedule
- Comprehensive health plans, dental, vision, 401(k), and more
What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Provide education and support to families navigating social, legal, educational, and health care systems for mental health needs
- Facilitate the development of family support plans and community-based support networks
- Assist families in accessing resources, completing forms, and understanding their rights
- Build and maintain partnerships with agencies and service providers related to behavioral health
- Conduct training workshops for families as per contract deliverables
What is Required (Qualifications):
- Personal experience as a primary caregiver of a child, youth, or adult with mental health needs
- Must reside in the State of Maryland
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, with strong communication skills
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Familiarity with state and local resources related to mental health
How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Strong active listening skills for providing non-judgmental peer support
- Experience in building and maintaining partnerships with various agencies
- Competence in using computer resources and internet searches to identify support services
- Current Maryland driver's license and access to a vehicle for in-state travel
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