Provide structured, recovery-oriented support to youth and families using lived experience with mental health challenges. Collaborate with the Child and Family Team to help clients develop coping skills and navigate behavioral health services.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma or GED and certification as a Peer Supporter through the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. Candidates must have demonstrated lived experience with mental health challenges as an individual or caregiver.
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Job description
Want to make an impact?
I Am Boundless is hiring for a Peer Mental Health Support Specialist (PMHSS)!
Boundless is a non-profit organization specializing in assisting individuals with I/DD and has been serving Ohio for over 40 years.
At I Am Boundless, we’re on a mission to build a world that realizes the boundless potential of all people.
Join our team, which shares a common passion and purpose in empowering our community.
Benefits
– Why Join Boundless?
Financial & Retirement
401(k) Retirement Plan with 5% Employee Matching after Six Months of Employment– Immediately 100% Vested
Annual Increases
Paid Time Off
80 hours Paid Time Off
8 Paid Holidays
Health & Wellness
Medical Insurance
Flexible Benefit Options Including Dental, Vision and Wellness Support
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Dependent Care Account (DCA)
Life Insurance & Supplemental Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Professional Support
Tuition Discount Opportunities with Schools like Capella University & Franklin University
A Qualified Employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness(PSLF)
Paid Training & Development Opportunities
Perks & Discounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Counseling, Therapy, Finance, Legal
Discount Programs(Ex: Pet Insurance, Movie Tickets, Theme Parks, Costco Membership, etc.)
Wellbeing Resources(Up to $50 off Health Insurance Premium Monthly)
What You’ll Do
The Peer Mental Health Support Specialist (PMHSS) is a non-clinical, Medicaid-reimbursable role within OhioRISE Care Coordination.
The PMHSS utilizes lived experience with mental health challenges (as an individual and/or caregiver) to provide structured, strengths-based, and recovery-oriented support to youth and families.
Benefits
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Medical Insurance
Discount Programs
Supplemental Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
8 Paid Holidays
Annual Increases
Free Dental Insurance
Wellbeing Resources
Free Vision Insurance
Tuition Discount Opportunities
401(k) Retirement Plan With 5% Employee Matching
Dependent Care Account (DCA)
Paid Training & Development Opportunities
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualification
80 Hours Paid Time Off
The PMHSS focuses on supporting mental health wellness through emotional regulation, coping skill development, and navigation of behavioral health services.
Services are individualized, medically necessary, and directly tied to goals identified in the Individualized Care Plan (ICP).
This role is a member of the Child and Family Team (CFT) and works collaboratively with the Care Coordinator and other providers to support engagement and progress.
Minimum Qualifications
Certified Peer Supporter (Adult or Family Peer) through the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, or ability to obtain certification within required timeframe
High school diploma or GED required
Demonstrated lived experience with mental health challenges (individual and/or caregiver)
Ability to appropriately and professionally utilize lived experience to support others
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with youth and families with behavioral health needs
Knowledge of OhioRISE and high-fidelity wraparound principles
Experience supporting individuals with emotional regulation and coping strategies
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join a company where you can realize your Boundless potential!
All candidates selected to undergo the pre-employment process will be required to complete a background check, drug screen, and health screen, as applicable for the role.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
