Role OverviewThe Peer Support Specialist provides recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and veteran-centered peer support services to eligible veterans, service members, and their families. They build trusting relationships, promote hope and resilience, and support suicide prevention efforts.
What You Will Do
Provide individualized peer support, establish supportive relationships, assist participants in identifying personal strengths, and support participant engagement in behavioral health treatment.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This role requires strong interpersonal communication, active listening, and relationship-building skills, as well as the ability to recognize behavioral health concerns and maintain confidentiality.
Requirements
- Ability to establish rapport with veterans from diverse backgrounds
- Strong interpersonal communication, active listening, and relationship-building skills
- Understanding of recovery-oriented and trauma-informed approaches
- Ability to recognize behavioral health concerns and appropriately refer or escalate safety concerns
- Knowledge of professional boundaries and confidentiality
- Ability to maintain accurate service documentation
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and communicate safety concerns promptly
- Ability to document services clearly, objectively, and in a manner consistent with peer support practice
- Basic computer proficiency and ability to use electronic documentation, communication, and scheduling systems
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal history background check
- CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test
- Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record and the ability to obtain and maintain eligibility for WestCare’s Vehicle Insurance
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