Peer Specialist - Mobile Crisis - PRN (as needed)

New Mexico Solutions, Behavioral Health Services

Mobile Crisis Center

Santa Fe, NM

Job Summary:

The MCRT Certified Peer Specialist utilizes and shares personal experience as a recipient of mental health services to benefit the team and its Participants. They serve as a fully integrated team member to provide expertise about the recovery process, symptom management, and the persistence required by Participants. Provides peer counseling and consultation to Participants, families, and team staff. Acts as a liaison with community resources, carries out rehab and support functions, and assists in treatment, substance abuse services, education, support, and consultation to families.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Have a minimum educational requirement of a high school diploma or G.E.D.
  • Peer Specialist Certification strongly preferred or ability/willingness to obtain certification within 6 months of employment
  • Valid driver's license, reliable operating transportation, and proof of current auto insurance.
  • Experience working (either paid or volunteer position) with individuals with mental illness or similar populations (i.e. homeless, individuals with severe additions) strongly preferred

About New Mexico Solutions, Behavioral Health Services:

At New Mexico Solutions, we are committed to being an employer of choice in our communities. We have talented staff who are dedicated to improving our communities by empowering people to become the best versions of themselves. 

At New Mexico Solutions, we aspire to meet the needs of every patient we encounter. We are passionate about extending a hand to those in need of behavioral health services. Explore below to see how a career with Behavioral Health Services can bring you professional and personal fulfillment. 

We Offer:

·Competitive Pay based on experience

·Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental, vision, long-term disability, and Teledoc.

·Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability

·Paid Vacation & Sick leave

·9 Paid Holidays

·Retirement Planning

·Mileage Reimbursement for work-related driving

·Tuition reimbursement program

·Career development and growth opportunities

·Employee Assistance Program

·Employment Referral Program

Benefits:

Full-time employees are eligible for: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, and Long-term Disability

Part-time (0.6 and above) and Full-time employees are eligible for: Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, and 403b


Screening Requirements: Motor Vehicle, Drug Screen, and Criminal Background Check

Additional Information: EOE/M/F/VET/Disab