- Johnson City, TN, USA
- Part Time
- Friendship House Peer Support Center
SUMMARY:
Peer counselors will plan and implement appropriate activities for clients and report progress or special problems to Director. Transportation of clients using a 15-passenger van required.
EXPERIENCE:
Education: High School Diploma/GED preferred. Certification as a Peer Support Recovery Specialist from the respective state department is required for Certified Peer Counselor.
Licensure: Valid driver's license with "F" endorsement.
Certification: N/A
Experience: Past/present utilization of mental health services required.
Knowledge/Skills: Verbal/written communication skills.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide consumers with individual support system.
- Maintain accurate attendance records.
- Share client progress information with staff.
- Maintain weekly/monthly notes on client.
- Transportation of clients in 15-passenger van.
- Participate in Drop-In Center
- Attend and participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings and inservices and individual program planning staffings as needed.
- All other duties as assigned.
