Peer Support Specialist

Alumni Network Job Board(1 month ago)

Miami, FLOnsiteFull TimeJunior$40,986 - $55,614 (estimated)Behavioral Health

About this role

The Peer Support Specialist at the University of Miami provides lived-experience-based support to individuals and families working toward behavioral health and substance use recovery. The role serves as a bridge between clients and clinical or social service teams, helping clients navigate behavioral health and child welfare systems and access community resources. The position supports resilience and recovery through advocacy, mentoring, education, and linkage to treatment and supports.

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Required Skills

Advocacy
Peer Support
Case Management
Community Linkage
Confidentiality
Crisis Response
Cultural Competency
Interpersonal Skills
Recovery Coaching
Outreach

Qualifications

High School Diploma
Peer Support Specialist Certification (or within 1st year)
Level II Background Check

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The University of Miami is a private research university in Coral Gables, Florida, serving more than 16,000 students from around the world. It is a vibrant, diverse academic community focused on teaching and learning, the discovery of new knowledge through research, and service to the South Florida region and beyond. UM offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs with an emphasis on interdisciplinary scholarship, innovation, and community engagement.

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