Peer Support Specialist - New Crisis Programs - Starting January 2027

Hiring Range: $19.71 to $25.62 

Summary of Job Responsibilities:

The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) is actively seeking peer support specialists to become an integral part of a growing continuum of behavioral health care services. This posting is for two new Programs, Crisis Stabilization (23 hour, 59 min stay) is a short term, high intensity program that accepts walk ins and first responder drop offs for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. Crisis Residential (7 day stay) is a voluntary and involuntary program for psychiatric stabilization. Responsibilities include multidisciplinary team-based care, providing support and recovery training to individuals receiving service while creating and implementing a recovery environment, advocate for the needs and rights of every individual, de-escalation and crisis resolution, engagement in milieu, and care coordination.

All employees for this position within the Crisis Stabilization and Crisis Residential program will be expected to successfully complete Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with Advanced Physical Skills training upon hire.

Qualifications:

SCF programs are established to serve a primary population comprised of Alaska Native people who are affiliated with Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and Alaska Native and American Indian people within SCF’s geographical service area. Employees should have a thorough understanding of the cultures and the needs of this population. Such knowledge is critical to ensure the achievement of SCF’s vision of a Native Community that enjoys physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness, and mission of working together with the Native Community to achieve wellness through health and related services:

1. At least eighteen (18) years of age or older.
2. One (1) year of experience working within a behavioral health environment
3. AND Alaska Commission for Behavioral Health Certification (ACBHC) Peer Support Professional I (PSP I) Certification.

Alaska Native/American Indian Preference in Employment:

Pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, as amended, SCF pursues a policy of Alaska Native/American Indian preference in hiring, contracting, and training.

Employee Health Requirements:

To protect the health of customer-owners and employees, Southcentral Foundation (SCF) requires health screenings and immunizations for all new and current employees. SCF's philosophy of care is built on creating and maintaining trusting relationships with customer-owners, and a healthy workforce is an important part of that commitment.

Following SCF's Employee Health Procedure, including all required job-related health screenings and immunizations, is a condition of employment. The procedure is based on the latest scientific evidence and recommendations from public health experts.

New employees must complete all required health screenings and immunizations before their first day of work. Current employees must complete any additional screenings or immunizations that become necessary due to workplace conditions, public health concerns, or newly available vaccines that help protect coworkers and the community.