Peer Specialist
Quick answer
The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is hiring an in-office Peer Specialist in Watkins, CO, to provide recovery-focused mentorship and support to individuals experiencing homelessness and behavioral health challenges.
- Role
- Peer Specialist
- Organization
- Colorado Coalition for the Homeless
- Location
- Watkins, CO
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Peer Specialist supports clients of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless by leveraging personal lived experience with recovery, homelessness, or mental health challenges. This role involves facilitating counseling, assisting with service navigation, and providing mentorship to help clients achieve their goals. The specialist works closely with internal teams and external partners to foster a trauma-informed environment and ensure timely delivery of support services. Responsibilities also include community outreach and maintaining accurate clinical records within the EHR system.
What you'll do
- Provide mentorship and support to clients using personal lived experience.
- Facilitate individual and group counseling for clients in recovery.
- Help clients navigate integrated healthcare, housing, and behavioral health services.
- Transport clients to appointments using personal or company vehicles.
- Perform community outreach to monitor recovery-oriented needs.
- Maintain accurate clinical and non-clinical records in the EHR system.
What it takes
- Lived experience with recovery from substance use, homelessness, or mental health challenges.
- Completion of an accredited Peer Specialist training program preferred.
- Valid Colorado driver’s license required.
- Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid Certification within 30 days.
- Strong understanding of confidentiality protocols and trauma-informed care.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) or ASL skills preferred.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Choice of HMO/PPO health insurance, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, free basic life and AD&D insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) retirement plan with 5% matching, and extensive paid time-off including holidays, sick leave, and vacation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary role of the Peer Specialist?
The Peer Specialist uses their personal lived experience with homelessness, substance use, or mental health recovery to mentor clients, facilitate support groups, and help individuals navigate housing and healthcare resources.
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is an in-office position located in Watkins, CO, requiring community outreach and client transportation.
Are there specific credentialing requirements?
Yes, the chosen candidate must complete an internal credentialing and privileging process before a start date can be finalized.
What are the key qualifications for this role?
Candidates must have personal lived experience with the services provided, a valid Colorado driver’s license, and the ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification shortly after starting.
How to apply
Apply directly on Colorado Coalition for the Homeless's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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