Peer Specialist - ACCS

Responsibilities

• Empower Persons with mental illness to exercise autonomy in all aspects of their life. Assist Persons with identifying choices and developing skills in self advocacy.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure that the Person's perspective is always included, that preferences are recognized and that Person choices are maximized.
• Provide training and consultation to staff to facilitate the understanding of Person perspectives as needed.
• Promote hope and empowerment through meetings and support with Persons. Collaborate with the team to ensure that the Person's perspective is always included, that preferences are recognized and that Person choices are maximized.
• Participate in the development treatment plans. Assist and encourage Persons to participate in developing the treatment plan by assisting Persons in communicating their personal recovery goals

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalence
• Must have received Mental Health services in the past and have self-knowledge to manage their mental illness and established recovery process.
• Must be a Certified Peer Specialist or must complete certification within six months of hire.
• Valid Massachusetts drivers license
• Schedule:
• Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm
• Hourly Rate
• $20.52 - $20.52 USD
• Apply today and make a difference.

Benefits

Additional Information

Join Eliot - A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change At Eliot, your work has purpose. You'll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth. Benefits at Eliot We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include: Generous Paid Time Off - Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision plans Retirement Savings - 401(k) with employer match Wellness & Family Support - Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources Financial Security - 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance Professional Growth - Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development Eliot is seeking a committed Peer Specialist to join our Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) division. Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) provides clinically focused evidenced based interventions to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Services are person centered and are delivered by a multidisciplinary team of professionals in either residential or community based settings. This role will work with clients, in both the community and residential locations, experiencing severe mental illness. The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on mental health recovery with an interpersonal savvy that allows you to develop lasting relationships with both the people we serve and with ACCS Team Members.

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