Direct experience with homelessness, mental illness and/ or substance use and basic knowledge of community resources which provides the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Peer Support Specialist Certification or in the process of acquiring certification from a curriculum approved by the Utah Department of Health and Human Services (UAPSS, USU, USARA, SBH, Optum, LBHS, DBH, FPST). The Behavioral Health Technician increases rapport with clients through trauma-informed practices to create a safe, welcoming environment that will offer stabilization, encourage self-sufficiency, independence, and offer basic services and support to move toward a healthier lifestyle.