Peer Support Specialist in Las Vegas, Nevada at Nevada Behavioral Health / NovumHealth

Position: Peer Support Specialist
Schedule: 7:30am to 4pm (Monday through Friday)
Location: Reno, NV – Onsite (This role is not eligible for Remote or Hybrid)
Starting Salary Range: $21 per hour

What’s the role?
As a Peer Support Specialist at NovumHealth, your primary purpose is to provide guidance, empathy, and support to individuals receiving mental health services. Drawing from your own lived experience with mental health challenges, you will play a vital role in helping clients navigate their recovery journey, promoting self-advocacy, and fostering a sense of hope and resilience.

What you’ll do:
•Engage with individuals receiving mental health services, offering empathetic and non-judgmental support.
•Share personal experiences of recovery to inspire and connect with clients on a peer-to-peer level.
•Actively listen to clients, encouraging them to express their feelings, concerns, and aspirations.
•Collaborate with the treatment team to participate in individualized recovery plans and goals.
•Assist clients in identifying and accessing appropriate community resources and support networks.
•Facilitate peer support groups and recovery-focused activities, promoting a sense of community and empowerment.
•Provide education on mental health topics, self-care strategies, and coping skills.
•Advocate for clients' rights and needs, helping them navigate systems and overcome barriers.
•Document client interactions and progress accurately and in a timely manner.
•Engage in ongoing professional development and training to enhance peer support skills.
•Ensuring members/patients are transported to appointments or other locations as necessary, using Employee’s personal vehicle (mileage is reimburased).
•Additional Duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring:
•Strong understanding of the recovery process and the ability to provide hope and encouragement to individuals facing mental health challenges.
•Empathy and active listening skills to establish rapport and create a safe space for clients to share their experiences.
•Knowledge of community resources and support networks for individuals with mental health needs.
•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage effectively with diverse individuals and build trusting relationships.
•Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality in all interactions.
•Self-awareness and emotional resilience to manage personal triggers and maintain a positive attitude.
•Understanding of ethical guidelines and boundaries in peer support relationships.
What you’ll need to start:
•Lived experience with mental health challenges and a minimum of 2 years in a peer support role.
•High school diploma or equivalent (associate or bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field is a plus).
•Peer Support Specialist Certification (or already having a PRSS 40-hour training certification).
•Must have independent transportation vehicle to aid in transporting members (mileage reimbursed).

What will make you stand out:
•Already being a fully licensed Peer Support Specialist.
•Previous experience working with behavioral health members.

Perks of working at NBH:
•Pay & Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, free financial coaching, and access to credit lines and personal loans through FinFit - because your financial health matters beyond your paycheck.
•Time to Recharge: We offer generous PTO, Holidays, and sick time so you can show up as your best self.
•Health & Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, and vision insurance options, optional supplemental coverage, and company-paid access to Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) for when life gets complicated.
•Plan for the Future: A 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan to help you build the financial future you deserve.
•Everyday Savings: Preferred rates on auto, home, and renter’s insurance through Allstate, plus a wide range of employee discounts through Corestream.
•And so Much More: This is just the beginning - we’re always looking for new ways to support our team.