Peer Support Specialist in Lanham, Maryland at Imind Health LLC
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Job Description
Peer Specialist – Mobile Crisis Response
iMind Health LLC (D/B/A iMind Behavioral Health) is hiring a Peer Specialist to join our Mobile Crisis Response team. Peer Specialists provide community-based support to individuals and families experiencing mental/behavioral health and/or substance use–related crises. This role focuses on engagement, supportive skill coaching within scope, and connection to resources—working alongside licensed clinicians and the broader multidisciplinary team.
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Position Highlights
· Shifts: 3:00 PM–11:00 PM Tuesday-Saturday (Full-time) and 11:00 PM–7:00 AM (PRN)
· Coverage needed: Weekdays and weekends
· Team-based model: In-person responses are completed in a team-based model (two-person response when deployed)
· Company vehicle provided while on shift
Support, Safety, and Team Culture
• Team-based mobile response model (including two-person response when deployed) • Training and safety protocols provided for mobile response work • Ongoing supervision, coaching, and support
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Key Responsibilities (Shortened)
Mobile Crisis Peer Support (Community-Based)
• Provide peer support and engagement services during and after crisis contacts, aligned with program protocols and scope of practice. • Support de-escalation efforts through rapport-building, grounding strategies, and supportive communication (within training and program standards). • Assist individuals/families with coping and wellness strategies and connection to natural supports, as appropriate. • Help individuals navigate next steps, including linkage to services, benefits/resources, and follow-up appointments as appropriate.
Care Coordination and Team Collaboration
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (clinicians, prescribers, care coordinators, and supervisors) to support participant needs and follow-up planning. • Communicate relevant updates to the team consistent with confidentiality requirements. • Connect individuals to community resources (housing/food supports, benefits, transportation resources, support groups, etc.) as appropriate.
Documentation and Professional Practice
• Complete documentation accurately and on time in accordance with program, payer, and regulatory standards. • Maintain appropriate peer boundaries, professionalism, and confidentiality consistent with HIPAA and agency policy. • Participate in team meetings, supervision, training, and quality improvement activities.
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Required Qualifications
• High school diploma or GED required. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse populations. • Ability to remain calm, supportive, and professional in crisis situations. • Basic computer skills and ability to complete required documentation. • Successful completion of required background check and required training.
Preferred Qualifications
• Prior experience in mobile crisis, crisis stabilization, emergency services, community behavioral health, PRP, MTS, or related programs.
• Familiarity with Prince George’s County resources and referral networks. • College coursework or degree (Associate’s or Bachelor’s) is a plus.
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How to Apply
Apply directly through this job posting platform. Well-qualified candidates will be contacted via email or phone to schedule an interview.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
iMind is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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