Careers

Looking for rewarding work that allows you to give back? Would you love to find a job that can support others in recovery while you continue to build on your own? Do you prefer working face-to-face with people and work teams? Then this might be the perfect opportunity for you!

We are looking for compassionate individuals with lived experiences to work in-person at either of our locations in Columbus. As a part-time Peer Support Specialist, you will work directly with our associates to provide one-on-one and group support, redirection when needed and help foster personal growth. Our Peer Support Specialist encourages associates to take part in activities at the Center. They engage with others to create a supportive environment.

Ready to learn more? Click to apply and we will reach out to you to review your application and talk more about this career opportunity. A full job description is available upon request.

Peer Support Specialist

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Background Information

We hire those with lived experience. We appreciate accurate information. Please check the proper response for each question below. Answering “yes” on any of the questions below will not disqualify you from consideration for employment. We will consider the date and facts of each event you list. However, if you do not tell the truth or list all relevant events, this failure may be grounds for not hiring you or for termination. When answering these questions, you may omit: 1) any violation of law committed before you 18th birthday, if finally decided in juvenile court or under a youth offender law; 2) any conviction set aside under the Federal Youth Corrections Act or State Law; 3) any conviction whose record was expunged under Federal or State Law; 4) any criminal arrest, investigation or hearing that did not lead or has not lead to a conviction; 5) parking tickets.

Have you ever been convicted of or forfeited bond for any felony? (A felony is defined as any violation of law punishable by imprisonment for one year or more; a misdemeanor is punishable by imprisonment for less than one year.)

Have you been convicted of a misdemeanor of any kind during the last seven (7) years? For purposes of this question, “conviction” includes a plea of no-contest, a find of guilty by a judge or jury as well as a bond forfeiture. (Conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant.)

Have you ever been convicted of or forfeited bond for any firearms or explosives violation?

During the past seven (7) years have you forfeited bond, been convicted, been imprisoned, been on probation, or been on parole? Do not include violations reported above.

Do you have accident or moving traffic violations over the past three (3) years?

Have you been found guilty or punished for charges by any professional ethics boards, federal or state regulatory agencies, or professional regulatory bodes (example: The American Medical Association) for violations of the law, violations of ethics codes, professional misconduct, incompetence or negligence?

Have you ever had any insurance company decline, cancel or refuse to renew or accept only on special terms any professional liability insurance? Any bonding insurance?

Have you been incarcerated in the last five (5) years?

If you answered “yes” to any of the the first 7 questions above (not including the jail time question), please use the space below to provide details for each violation including: 1) date; 2) charge; 3) place; 4) court; and 5) action taken.

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Please fill in the names of three individuals, other than relatives, whom we may contact for a professional recommendation. A minimum of one reference must be a former supervisor or co-worker if applicant has prior work experience. I hereby authorize to disclose any knowledge or information relevant to my employment and I hereby release and discharge the person, firm or corporation which provides information in response to this inquiry from liability and damages of any kind.

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Applicant's Statement and Acknowledgment

I certify that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if it is later determined that I have provided false information to any question on the Application for Employment, I may be discharged from my position. I hereby authorize that any past employer or college or university which I have attended may disclose any knowledge or information they thereby acquire relevant to my employment to The P.E.E.R. Center. I hereby release and discharge the person, firm or corporation which provides such information from liability and damages of any kind. I understand that no position with The P.E.E.R. Center is guaranteed for any length of time and either the employee or the employer can terminate the employment relationship at any time. I hereby acknowledge that my employment with The P.E.E.R. Center, as well as with any of its subsidiaries or affiliates, is for no specified period of time and I am an employee-at-will. I acknowledge and agree that The P.E.E.R. Center retains the right to terminate my employment at any time, for no reason or for any reason that is not illegal and not prohibited by any collective bargaining agreement. I further understand that nothing contained in the Employee and Operational Handbooks of The P.E.E.R. Center shall be constructed as a limitation of the employer’s right to terminate me. I understand and agree that no one but the Executive Director or the Board of Trustees of The P.E.E.R. Center has the power to change or in any way modify my status as an employee-at-will, subject to the limitations set forth in this statement and acknowledgement.

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Optional Information

Please be advised that The P.E.E.R. Center prefers to employ persons with lived experience with mental illness, addiction and/or trauma. This is inclusive of persons who have used mental health or addiction services now or in the past. The P.E.E.R. Center is asking the questions in this section to further its effort to provide employment to individuals with this shared history. Your answer to any of the following questions is purely optional and no answer will disqualify you from consideration for employment. You may choose not to answer any or all of the following questions. Any responses you provide will remain confidential; will not subject you to any adverse treatment; and will be used in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. This form will be kept separately from the rest of your Employment Application to protect confidentiality.

Are you self-identified as a person in recovery (mental health or addiction)?

Have you ever been hospitalized for mental health or substance abuse treatment?

If the answer to number 2 is yes, when were you most recently hospitalized for longer than 72 hours, if ever?

How long have you been substance free?

I understand that answering the questions in this Optional Information section was not required for this employment application. I certify that any answers I may have given in the section are truthful and were voluntarily provided.

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WarmLine Peer Support Specialist

Are you a night owl? Are you looking for rewarding work that allows you to give back to others from the comfort of your home? Would you love to find a job that can support others in recovery while you continue to build on your own? Do you prefer working remotely, relying on voice communication? Then this might be the perfect opportunity for you!

We are looking for compassionate teammates with lived experience to work our after-hour WarmLine. As a part-time WarmLine Peer Support Specialist, you will be monitoring our non-crisis, non-medical hotline to provide support to people living with mental health, addiction and/or trauma. The support our specialists provide ranges from an ear to listen, to a trusted person that can supply referral service assistance over the phone.

Ready to learn more? Click to apply and we will reach out to you to review your application and talk more about this career opportunity. A full job description is available upon request.

WarmLine Peer Support Specialist

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Position Applied For

Applying For:

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Full Time

Part Time

Contingent

Volunteer

Minimum Salary Requirement

Input Hourly Rate or Annual Salary

Are you authorized to work in the United States?

Do you drive a car?

Do you have a valid Ohio Driver's License?

If this position you are applying for requires a certification and/or license please provide name of Licensing Agency:

License Number:

Date Issued:

Education & Training

Highest Grade Level Completed

School Name

Diploma/Degree Earned

Input High School Diploma, GED, Masters, or other

Describe Course of Study

Describe Specialized Training or Skills

Background Information

Have you ever been convicted of or forfeited bond for any firearms or explosives violation?

During the past seven (7) years have you forfeited bond, been convicted, been imprisoned, been on probation, or been on parole? Do not include violations reported above.

Do you have accident or moving traffic violations over the past three (3) years?

Have you ever had any insurance company decline, cancel or refuse to renew or accept only on special terms any professional liability insurance? Any bonding insurance?

Have you been incarcerated in the last five (5) years?

Previous Employment

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Applicant's Statement and Acknowledgment

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I have read and understand the above acknowledgment

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Optional Information

Are you self-identified as a person in recovery (mental health or addiction)?

Have you ever been hospitalized for mental health or substance abuse treatment?

If the answer to number 2 is yes, when were you most recently hospitalized for longer than 72 hours, if ever?

How long have you been substance free?

I understand

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The P.E.E.R. Center prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, criminal past, prior addictions, or any other characteristic protected by law.