Model Peer Principles: Demonstrate and teach the
intentional use of "lived experience" and strategic self-disclosure
as therapeutic tools in a professional setting.
Adult Learning Facilitation: Utilize diverse
instructional methods (e.g., role-playing, interactive group
discussions, case scenarios, and multimedia) to accommodate various
learning styles.
Skills Evaluation: Assess students' mastery of core
skills, particularly around active listening, validating
experiences, and navigating professional boundaries.
Program Administration & Support
- Student Mentorship: Provide guidance, academic support,
and constructive feedback to students navigating the training and
their own professional readiness.
- Track Performance: Maintain accurate records of student
attendance, participation, assignment completion, and final
competency assessments.
- Certification Preparation: Guide students through the
state or national certification exam application process, ensuring
all training hour requirements are fully documented and met.
Curriculum & Compliance Maintenance
- Update Courseware: Ensure all training materials align
with current state certification boards, Substance Abuse and Mental
Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) guidelines, and evolving
industry standards.
- Maintain Ethical Boundaries: Emphasize and enforce
training modules dedicated to ethical codes of conduct,
confidentiality laws (HIPAA), and the prevention of vicarious
trauma or burnout.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
- Adult Education Skills: Proven ability to facilitate
groups, manage a classroom, or deliver presentations comfortably to
diverse populations.
- Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and verbal
communication skills, with a deep understanding of empathetic and
non-stigmatizing language.
- Digital Literacy: Proficiency with learning management
systems (LMS) like Canvas or Blackboard, as well as video
conferencing platforms (Zoom, MS Teams) for hybrid or remote
instruction.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certification: Current certification as a Peer Support
Specialist (CPSS) or Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) from
an accredited state or national board.
- Lived Experience: Self-identified personal lived
experience of recovery from mental health challenges, substance use
disorders, or co-occurring challenges, with a sustained period of
stable recovery (typically minimum of 1-2 years).
- Field Experience: Minimum of 2 years of active, hands-on
experience working as a practicing Peer Support Specialist in a
healthcare, community-based, or behavioral health
environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with CANVAS or other learning management
systems.
- Skills in the use and operation of basic computer
software.
Salary: $40/per hour
Exempt
Yes
Full-Time Equivalent
48.8%
Required Attachment(s)
To be considered for this position, candidates must attach the
following documents:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Certifications
NSHE - INTERNAL APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE
CSN employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher
Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Browse Jobs" process within Workday
to find and apply for jobs at CSN and other NSHE Institutions. Once
you log into Workday, type "Browse Jobs" in the search box which
will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this
specific job posting by typing the requisition number in the search
box. If you complete an application outside of the internal
application process and apply as an external candidate, your
application will no longer be considered at the time of minimum
qualification review. In order to prevent the disqualification of
your application, you will need to reapply as an internal candidate
before 11:59 pm the day prior to the position close date.
For more details on this position, please visit our website:
My Career at
CSN.
CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action
institution. For more information, visit
http://www.csn.edu/nondiscrimination.
Posting Close Date
06/30/2027
Note to Applicant
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and
experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and
preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this
information during the initial review of application
materials.
All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the
closing date posted on the job announcement.
This position may require that a criminal background check be
conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the
Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate
the ability to perform job-related tasks.
Schedules are subject to change based on organizational
needs.
CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and
ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens
authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying
for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B
Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by
the USCIS.
To apply, visit https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CSN-External/job/CSN---ALC---SatelliteLeased-Locations/Part---Time-Instructor--Peer-Recovery-Support-Specialist_R0152225
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changes lives through access to quality teaching, services, and
experiences that enrich our diverse community. CSN has three main
campuses in Las Vegas, North Las Vegas and Henderson and multiple
sites and centers.
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