AMCI Certified Peer Specialist

Overview

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is the largest provider of behavioral health services in Western Massachusetts and a Certified Great Place to Work. Recognized by The Boston Globe as the 10th Best Employer in Massachusetts, BHN is committed to providing high-quality, community-based behavioral health services.

Shift: Monday-Friday: 1-9:30pm, 2pm-10:30pm or 3pm-11:30pm

Pay: $21.50

As a Certified Peer Specialist, you will support individuals within our Community Peer Program by sharing your own recovery journey, offering tools and strategies for wellness, and connecting individuals to resources within the peer and general community.

• Provide self-help education and connect individuals to peer-run groups, housing, benefits, and community events
• Inspire hope and model self-advocacy by sharing your personal recovery story and strategies
• Assist individuals in identifying goals and creating actionable roadmaps for their recovery
• Support individuals in emotional distress by listening and offering empathetic, nonjudgmental support
• Advocate for individuals in treatment or community settings, as requested
• Stay informed about community resources and developments in the recovery movement through ongoing training

• Professional Growth:
  Training and supervision to support your learning and career development.
• Supportive Environment:
  Work alongside dedicated behavioral health professionals in a collaborative setting.
• Award-Winning Workplace: BHN is ranked as the 10th Best Employer in Massachusetts by The Boston Globe.
• Diverse Workplace:
  Bilingual candidates and individuals from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Impactful Role:
  Help individuals achieve mental health goals in a safe and supportive setting.

• Peer Specialist Certification (Required)
• Lived experience with a psychiatric diagnosis, extreme emotional states, and/or trauma (Required)
• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation (Required)
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish or American Sign Language (preferred)

Since 1938, Behavioral Health Network has been dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable, and culturally appropriate behavioral health care across Western Massachusetts. Joining BHN means becoming part of a team that values individual worth, compassion, empowerment, and respect in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and make a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. Click 'Apply for Job' below or visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to apply.

BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. 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.