About this opportunity
Abacus lists this Peer Support Specialist opportunity in virginia beach, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Peer Support Specialist
Starting Pay Rate: $21.47
Possible Start Date: ASAP
Hours/Shift: Schedule varies, will include days, evenings and weekends
Length of Assignment: Contract: ongoing
Provide recovery-based peer support services and outreach to peers who are experiencing difficulties transitioning from hospitals to the community or who are experiencing difficulties that might lead to hospitalization.
Experience as a consumer of mental health or substance abuse services.
Any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to 3 years of knowledge of human services, mental health, or substance abuse, including self-knowledge and participation in self-help activities, peer support or peer advocacy programs, consumer-run organizations, or similar programs, including paid or volunteer experience with adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses.
Abacus Corporation is a family-owned leader in workforce and talent solutions with over 80 years of experience. We specialize in connecting skilled professionals with direct hire opportunities across industries like industrial, security, healthcare, finance and professional services. Known for our supportive culture and long-standing client partnerships, Abacus offers more than just a job —we provide a path to lasting career growth with trusted employers nationwide.
Worksite address
virginia beach, VA, 23450, US
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