Peer Support Apprentice

Summary This Peer Support Apprentice position may only be filled with a Veteran that meets statutory requirements that are detailed in the qualifications section. The position functions as a role model by exhibiting competency in personal recovery and use of coping skills, assists Veterans to advocate for themselves, and provides information and peer support services for Veterans in outpatient, inpatient and/or community settings. Responsibilities TIME LIMITED POSITION: This time-limited position will provide the peer support apprentice the time to learn and develop the necessary skills to perform as a peer specialist and to earn a peer specialist certification. After successful completion of a State or VA-approved contract vendor's peer specialist certification training process, and the necessary year of specialized experience, and time-in-grade requirements, the position would be eligible for a permanent, peer specialist position. The Peer Support Apprentice functions as an interdisc...

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