U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Peer Specialist
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Peer Specialist. This role may only be filled by a Veteran who meets statutory requirements detailed in the qualifications section.
Responsibilities
Assist physicians and other professional personnel in a rehabilitation treatment program.
Use personal recovery experiences to model coping techniques and recovery tools for Veterans.
Observe behaviors that might indicate difficulty adapting or responding to treatment and report concerns to the treatment team in a timely manner.
Teach Veterans how to identify and combat negative self‑talk and overcome fears through individual and group meetings.
Handle crisis interventions for Veterans and address other emergent situations without specific instructions.
Inform Veterans about VA and community supports and resources for effective recovery and wellness.
Maintain a working knowledge of current trends and developments in holistic approaches in wellness and recovery by reading relevant materials.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Work schedule: 7:30am - 4:00pm.
Qualifications
Statutory requirements: must be a veteran who has recovered or is recovering from a mental health condition; must be certified by a not‑for‑profit entity or a state as established by the Secretary.
Length of experience in recovery: at least one year of recovery from a mental health condition (mental illness and/or substance use disorder); must manage symptoms, pursue a healthy lifestyle, live independently, be employed or volunteer significant time, have meaningful relationships, and be socially involved in the community.
Restricted to veterans (see Important Notice).
Open to current permanent employees of the VA and federal employees on an eligible appointment.
Minimum grade level qualifications: at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower graded level (GS‑8) or equivalent educational experience (two full years of graduate education or a master’s degree).
English language proficiency: basic written and spoken English proficiency is required.
Required documentation: DD‑214 and Peer Specialist certification; SF‑50 for time‑in‑grade if applicable.
Additional qualifications: Veterans eligible under VEOA, VRA, and 30% DAV; eligibility under the Employment Program for People with Disabilities; eligibility for CTAP/ICTAP.
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Responsibilities
Assist physicians and other professional personnel in a rehabilitation treatment program.
Use personal recovery experiences to model coping techniques and recovery tools for Veterans.
Observe behaviors that might indicate difficulty adapting or responding to treatment and report concerns to the treatment team in a timely manner.
Teach Veterans how to identify and combat negative self‑talk and overcome fears through individual and group meetings.
Handle crisis interventions for Veterans and address other emergent situations without specific instructions.
Inform Veterans about VA and community supports and resources for effective recovery and wellness.
Maintain a working knowledge of current trends and developments in holistic approaches in wellness and recovery by reading relevant materials.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Work schedule: 7:30am - 4:00pm.
Qualifications
Statutory requirements: must be a veteran who has recovered or is recovering from a mental health condition; must be certified by a not‑for‑profit entity or a state as established by the Secretary.
Length of experience in recovery: at least one year of recovery from a mental health condition (mental illness and/or substance use disorder); must manage symptoms, pursue a healthy lifestyle, live independently, be employed or volunteer significant time, have meaningful relationships, and be socially involved in the community.
Restricted to veterans (see Important Notice).
Open to current permanent employees of the VA and federal employees on an eligible appointment.
Minimum grade level qualifications: at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower graded level (GS‑8) or equivalent educational experience (two full years of graduate education or a master’s degree).
English language proficiency: basic written and spoken English proficiency is required.
Required documentation: DD‑214 and Peer Specialist certification; SF‑50 for time‑in‑grade if applicable.
Additional qualifications: Veterans eligible under VEOA, VRA, and 30% DAV; eligibility under the Employment Program for People with Disabilities; eligibility for CTAP/ICTAP.
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