The Peer to Peer program , located at our Quincy clinic, offers support to individuals living with mental illness during evenings when access to mental health services is typically unavailable. Funded by the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Partnership and operated with our Emergency Services Program.
Program Hours :
Tuesday – Friday 3 : 30 pm – 9 : 00 pm
Saturday and Sunday 12 : 00 pm – 8 : 00 pm
The mission of the Peer-to-Peer Program is to provide a safe and supportive environment where clients can connect with others whose shared experiences help them work through various stages of their recovery . Dedicated to the belief that recovery is real, the program functions within a living room model where peers can relax and feel comfortable .
Clien ts can join in peer-led activities, including guided meditation , ar ts and crafts, and “recovery is real” group discussio ns . If they prefer, they can simply relax, enjoy a cup of coffee, or watch television in a comfortable, home-like atmosphere surrounded by empathetic peers whose similar situations can be invaluable during recovery. Offering respect, understanding, and ongoing encouragement, our peers are a guiding force to renew hope and strengthen clients’ determination to stay on track with their own journeys of recovery.
Responsibilities include :
Connecting with clients, urging open, honest dialogue, and showing by example that recovery is possible
Being a role models for the group
Advocate for their peers
Promote healing through relationship building
Provide guidance on other mental health resources if needed
Schedule :
Part time - Flexible schedule within program hours!
Hourly rate : $17.50
Required Skills
Required Experience
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