Peer Support Specialist (2)

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Unhoused Youth (Adult/Youth) Peer Support Specialist (“Peer Support Specialist”) is an active member of the Urban Triage unhoused programs and provides peer support services to unhoused participants with limited or little to no support. The Peer Support Specialist builds strong relationships with vulnerable young adults. This position will function as a role model to peers; exhibiting competency in personal recovery and use of coping skills; serving as a consumer advocate and providing consumer information and peer support for participants in outpatient settings. The Peer Support Specialist performs a wide range of tasks to assist peers of all ages, from youth to young adults, in regaining independence within the community and mastery over their own recovery process. Recovery resources such as booklets, tapes, pamphlets, and other written materials will be utilized by the Peer Support Specialist in the provision of services. This position will provide peer support, advocacy, and navigation services to vulnerable community members and landlords, as well as provide guidance in locating transportation, funding, and mental health services.