Peer Specialist - CBHC

Join Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change

At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.

Benefits at Eliot

We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:

• Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
• Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
• Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
• Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development

Eliot is seeking empathetic Peer Specialists to join our Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CBHC) program serving as a single entry point for mental health and substance use services for youth, families and adults. As a Peer Specialist, you will draw on your own lived experience to support individuals in the program, utilizing knowledge of community resources, recovery supports, and practical coping strategies. You will work collaboratively to empower and advocate for clients, promoting increased independence and supporting their recovery journey.

Responsibilities:

• Empower individuals to make autonomous decisions and build self-advocacy skills
• Provide peer support and guidance throughout the recovery process 
• Support clients in identifying personal recovery strategies and developing self-management plans
• Promote hope and resilience through regular meetings, encouragement, and strength-based support
• Deliver side-by-side interventions focused on problem-solving, skills training, behavioral modeling, and motivation

Qualifications:

• Requires a High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with adults with severe mental illness
• Lived experience and strong commitment to recovery
• Valid Massachusetts Drivers License
• Recovery Coach Certified preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Various full-time schedules based on client availability

At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.

Apply today and make a difference.