Job Description
Join our mission to help individuals with mental illness and addictions to lead healthy and productive lives. Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services (GCBHS) has an immediate opening for a Peer Wellness Specialist at our Amelia, Clinic. This is a full-time position responsible for providing one-on-one mental and physical health coaching and guidance for individuals in behavioral health treatment. Applicants must have lived experience of behavioral health disorders such as severe mental illness and/or substance use disorder.
Why Work at GCBHS?
GCBHS is a pioneer in the field of behavioral health treatment for adults, children, and families
Top Workplace every year since 2010
Paid Time Off and Sick Time
Flexible work schedules
Comprehensive health insurance
License supervision provided at no cost to you and pay bump for LISW or LPCC
403(b) Retirement with Match
Annual Management Bonus
Professional development opportunities and no cost to you CEU's
Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Responsibilities:
Provides one-on-one coaching to persons in behavioral health treatment.
Facilitates evidence-based group education focusing on both mental health and physical health.
Provides health education and support to persons with mental health and substance use disorder.
Assists with implementation of individual treatment plans in integrated health.
Primarily working Monday-Friday with some varied evening and weekend hours.
Requirements:
High school graduate or GED.
Lived experience of severe mental illness and/or substance use disorder.
Knowledge of substance use disorder system, mental health system, and homeless community-based services strongly desired. Individual must have demonstrated ability to respectfully motivate other consumers to act on their own behalf and to participate in activities.
Drug test required.
Position may require frequent driving of the employee's personal vehicle. Valid driver's license, vehicle, and insurable driving record may be required.
GCBHS has been named a Top Workplace in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky since 2010!
Please visit our website to learn more about GCBHS.
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