Youth Peer Support Specialist
MONROE COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITYMichigan, United States
Posted September 23, 2025
19.63 - 24.55
Part Time
About the Company
Monroe Community Mental Health Authority is a local NHS provider dedicated to delivering comprehensive mental health services across the Monroe region. The authority focuses on community-based care, including early intervention, crisis resolution, and long-term recovery support for adults and children. It partners closely with hospitals, social services, and voluntary organisations to create a seamless continuum of care. By prioritising personalised, recovery-oriented treatment and leveraging data-driven outcomes, Monroe distinguishes itself as a leader in innovative, patient-centred mental health provision.
Job Description
The Youth Peer Support Specialist provides support to youth with serious emotional disturbance through shared activities and interventions, working collaboratively with others involved in delivering the youth’s care.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED
- Young adult, ages 18 through 26
- Willing and able to self-identify as a person who has or is receiving mental health services as a youth and has lived experience, and is prepared to use that experience in helping others
- Experience receiving services as a youth in complex, child serving systems (behavioral health, child welfare, juvenile justice, special education, etc.) preferred
- Strong communication and organization skills
- Possess basic computer proficiency skills
- Valid driver’s license
- Access to and ability to utilize transportation in order to perform job activities
- Ability to pass background check and screen requirements as required by agency
