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Family Peer Support Specialist Mental Health


Pay$18.00 / hour
LocationDenton/Maryland
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 3061768
      Employer Industry: Nonprofit Behavioral Health Support

      Why consider this job opportunity:
      - Salary of $18 per hour
      - Flexible work schedule to accommodate personal needs
      - Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, personal days, floating holidays, and holidays
      - Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans
      - Opportunities for professional growth and development through training and workshops
      - Chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families facing mental health challenges

      What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
      - Provide family-to-family support, education, advocacy, and coaching to families with mental health needs
      - Assist families in navigating behavioral health, social, legal, educational, and healthcare systems
      - Facilitate educational workshops on behavioral health topics for families and caregivers
      - Build and maintain partnerships with behavioral health and child-serving agencies
      - Act as an ambassador to raise awareness about programs and services offered by the employer

      What is Required (Qualifications):
      - Personal lived experience as a primary caregiver of a loved one with mental health needs
      - Must reside in Caroline or Talbot County
      - High school diploma or equivalent; some college or professional experience preferred
      - Familiarity with state and local resources and how to access them
      - Strong written and oral communication skills

      How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
      - Experience assisting families in obtaining services and supports
      - Comfort with public speaking and community outreach
      - Willingness to build and maintain partnerships with agencies and providers
      - Ability to efficiently utilize internet searches to identify resources
      - Familiarity with database usage (Salesforce)

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