Employment Opportunities

First Step House is hiring a full time Mental Health Certified Peer Support Specialist!!

At First Step House, "We help people build lives of meaning, purpose, and recovery," and we are dedicated to this mission.

The Mental Health Peer Support Specialist provides a variety of targeted services with Central City Apartment residents, all within the scope of his or her job. These services range from general support to crisis intervention and de-escalation practices. The Peer Support Specialist is responsible for providing the highest possible care to every resident served. This role can be complex as support staff must navigate between varying interests. For example, while resident advocacy and rapport must be priorities, consideration must be given to the treatment implications of interventions prescribed by clinical staff. This role requires strong collaborative skills, as Peer Support Specialists work with within a multidisciplinary team. The Peer Support Specialist assists the CHARTER Program Manager and Housing Support Manager in providing the highest care to all residents and outpatient program participants. The overall goals of this position are to (a) provide high-quality care for tenants and outpatient clients, (b) provide a high level of customer service for funders, clients, and other stake holders, (c) provide support for the clinical and housing support staff, and (d) work to increase resident retention at Central City Apartments.

Tired of working 40 hours per week?! Join our team and enjoy a standardized 36-hour work week!

• Pay is $42,000 - 45,000 per year
• Must have a valid Peer Support Certification

Our full-time benefits include:

• Robust paid time off program with enhanced benefits as you grow with us
• 15 paid holidays annually, including your birthday
• 401(k) employer matching (up to 5%)
• Opportunity for annual merit increase and annual bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Job Duties will include and are not limited to:

• Advocating for clients / residents to the treatment team and other providers.
• Planning and facilitating support groups and group / community activities.
• Performs initial and ongoing wellness planning in collaboration with the resident and the treatment team.
• Provides peer-based support and motivation to residents and outpatient program participants.
• Mediation/ Conflict Resolution skills/ Crisis Management skills (MI, de-escalation tactics, etc.)
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Uses the Utah Web Infrastructure for Treatment Services (UWITS) database to enter clinical notes, case-management notes, treatment plans, client information updates, billing information and other relevant client information.
• Knowledge of community and recovery resources
• Population specific knowledge
• Must meet all requirements for auto insurance guidelines

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Peer Support Specialist Certification is required.

For more information about our non-profit organization, you can visit our website at www.firststephouse.org

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.