POSITION:Peer Support Specialist

　　ESSENTIAL DUTIES:To provide peer support services and guidance to individuals in crisis, andwork collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to connect patients to thecommunity treatment resources. Will focus on working with clients to enhancetheir recovery.

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　　REQUIREMENTS:*High School Diploma or GED required.*One (1) year experience working in a peer support specialist or similar role.*Must self-identify as having experienced the process of recovery from amental health disorder, substance use disorder, trauma, or one or all ofsuch conditions.*Peer Specialist Training Certificate that includes the Colorado State CoreCompetencies completed or be eligible to obtain this credential within three(3) months of date of hire.*Familiarity with local resources and services related to mental health andsubstance use disorders is highly advantageous.*Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrating empathy, active listening,and non-judgmental attitude towards others. Spanish speaking preferred.*Must work in the ED or inpatient care environments with some exposure tobiological hazards and infectious diseases.

　　WAGE:$15.15 - $21.89 per hour depending on qualifications.

　　SHIFT:*Full time, 5 days per week, 8 hours per day.*Must be able to work a flexible schedule with some evenings and possibleweekends.

　　JOB SITE:Delta, Colorado.

　　BENEFITS:Employee Benefits: Medical, RX, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO,and Scholarships towards continued education.Medical: Low monthly premiums; 100% coverage for all services providedwithin our Delta Health System without a deductible or co-payment. We offeralternative coverage to include massage, acupuncture, and chiropracticcare. Employer paid Life and Disability coverage.

　　Paid Time Off: 4 plus weeks of vacation (CAL) a year for Full-Timeemployees including sick pay and personal time off.

　　Retirement: 403B Plan -Up to a 3% retirement match.

　　HOW TO APPLY:Please apply online at the employer's website.

　　**Position is open until filled.

　　Any questions regarding the job description or application process may bedirected to your Delta Workforce Center at 970.874.5781

　　If you meet the minimum requirements for this position, please click on"How to Apply" to view application information. You must be registeredwith Connecting Colorado to view the application information (registrationis available at no cost).