Mental Health Peer Support Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Mission of Healing and Hope!

Now Hiring : Mental Health Peer Support Specialist

Are you someone who has walked the journey of recovery ( 2 years minimum sobriety is required ) and now feels called to help others find hope and healing? Warm Valley Health Care (WVHC) invites you to bring your lived experience to our team and make a meaningful impact as a Mental Health Peer Support Specialist . This

At WVHC, we believe in the power of shared stories, authentic connections, and culturally grounded support. As a Peer Support Specialist, you'll provide strength-based, recovery-oriented services to others navigating mental health and substance use challenges. You'll be part of a dynamic behavioral health team, working in both one-on-one and group settings, empowering patients to achieve wellness and purpose.

What You'll Do :

Deliver peer-led emotional support, advocacy, and recovery coaching

Partner with patients and the treatment team to foster resilience and long-term recovery

Facilitate outreach, education, and support in homes, schools, and community spaces

Promote trust, hope, and engagement through your lived experience

Document clinical notes and care interactions within 24 business hours

Help shape a recovery-positive culture both within and beyond WVHC

What You Bring :

Personal experience with mental health and / or substance use recovery (minimum 2 years stable recovery required)

Passion for helping others and ability to meet people where they are

High School diploma or GED

Willingness and eligibility to become a Wyoming Certified Peer Support Specialist within 6 months of hire

Valid driver's license and willingness to transport patients if needed

Cultural humility and respect for diverse individuals and traditions

Flexible, dependable, and compassionate attitude

Why WVHC?

We are a tribally rooted, community-driven organization offering :

Supportive and team-oriented work culture

Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth

Pathways to more advanced behavioral health roles

The chance to make a real difference, every single day

Special Note : Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support patient needs and community events.

Ready to turn your lived experience into hope for others?

Apply today and be part of a movement of healing, empowerment, and cultural connection.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS :

• Submit a completed application with supporting documents and sobriety details to Warm Valley Health Care, Human Resource Department, P.O. Box 128, Ft. Washakie, WY 82514 or via the online portal.
• Applications are available at Warm Valley Health Care or for more information contact Stacie Fagerstone, Executive Director-HR via email at stacie.fagerstone@warmvalley.health.

Preference will be given to qualified Eastern Shoshone tribal members, then other qualified federally recognized Indian tribal members and then other qualified candidates.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a negative drug test, reference checks and background check. Refusal to undergo required testing or testing positive will render the applicant ineligible for employment.

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