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We are seeking au00a0full-timeu00a0Peer Support Specialist to help our clients be successful to achieve their goalsBusiness hours are 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. This is an FLSA non-exempt position paying $17.00 per hour ($35,360 annually).Responsibilities:u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0Actively assist with and support clients to aspire to roles emphasizing strengths by sharing of first hand experiences to offer hope and reassurance.u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0Provide peer interventions and role modeling for clients regarding, but not limited to, symptoms of mental illness and medication side effects, skill building, coping mechanisms and life coaching, resource connection and community engagement, crisis response and assistance in treatment planning and goal setting to optimize recovery goals.u00b7u00a0u00a0u00a0Collaborate with and provide training and education to team members and clients with regard to community resources, advocacy organizations and peer support prehensive Benefits Package for part-time status:?u00a0Fast & Easy Digital Onboardingu00a0-- Get started quickly?u00a0Supportive & Collaborative Team Environment?u00a0Advanced Case Manager Trainingu00a0-- Expand your skills?u00a0Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Systemu00a0-- Stay organized & efficient?u00a0Medical, Dental & Vision Insuranceu00a0-- Comprehensive coverage for your well-being?u00a0Employer-Paid Life Insurance & Disability Coverageu00a0-- Peace of mind for you and your family?u00a0401(k) with Employer Match & Roth Optionsu00a0-- Secure your financial future?u00a0Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)u00a0-- Vacation, sick leave, and personal days?u00a0Mileage Reimbursementu00a0-- Drive worry-free?u00a0Free Parkingu00a0-- No extra commuting costs?u00a0Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program Participationu00a0-- Save on student debt?u00a0Career Growth & Credentialing Supervisionu00a0-- Licensed advancement opportunities?u00a0Referral Bonusesu00a0-- Get rewarded for bringing great people to the team?u00a0Accredited by CARF Internationalu00a0-- Work with an award-winning organization?u00a050+ Years of Service in Franklin Countyu00a0-- Join a trusted non-profitWhat You Need to Join Us:- College degree is required along with a State of Ohio Peer Recovery Supporter Certification.- Understanding of and personal experience with symptoms of mental illness.- Work cooperatively in a team setting.- Perform job duties following personal safety and risk reduction directives.- Maintain an ethical, therapeutic relationship with clients and provide confidentiality.- Ability to document and submit required patient service hours of 1248 hours annually (104 per month).- Valid Ohio Driver's License & Reliable Transportation -- Clean driving record (=4 points).- Successful Background Check & Pre-Employment Drug Screening Required.Be a part of a team that changes lives every dayBackground and reference checks will be conducted. Individuals are not considered applicants until they have completed an application and completed an on-site interview. Completing the application does not guarantee employment. In accordance with North Central's Drug-Free Workplace Policy, pre-employment drug testing will be administered. EOE/AA.