Description
Position at Clarvida - Idaho
Adult Crisis Center Peer Support Specialist
Location: Caldwell, Idaho (On-site)
Employment Type: PT
Salary: $18–$19/hour
Date Posted: 6/2/26
About the Role
Clarvida is seeking Peer Support Specialists to join our integrated treatment team at the Adult Behavioral Health Community Crisis Center. In this role, you will use your lived experience to support adults experiencing an acute mental health crisis—encouraging hope, resilience, wellness, and self-advocacy.
Peer Support Specialists play a vital part in helping individuals stabilize and begin their recovery journey in a safe and supportive environment.
Not Yet Certified?
If you are not yet certified as a Peer Support Specialist through the Idaho Department of Health & Welfare, you may still apply. If you meet the state requirements and are interested in becoming certified, please include a cover letter expressing your interest. Clarvida may assist with training costs after hire.
(For state information, visit the Idaho DHW certification page.)
Responsibilities
Provide peer-based support to adults experiencing behavioral health crises
Use lived experience to promote hope, recovery, and self-advocacy
Encourage development of coping skills and crisis stabilization
Work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary crisis team
Maintain documentation and contribute to a therapeutic environment
Required Qualifications
Idaho Peer Support Specialist Certification (or willingness to become certified)
High School Diploma or GED
Ability to pass all background checks, including Enhanced Fingerprinting with ID DHW
Compensation & Benefits
$18–$19/hour
Daytime, evening, weekend shifts available
PRN stipend for every three shifts covered within a 60-day period
Overnight pay differential
Consistent hours and stable scheduling
Growth opportunities within a national organization
Full-Time Employees
Paid vacation days (increase with tenure)
Separate sick leave that rolls over each year
Up to 10 paid holidays*
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Health, dependent, and transportation FSA options
Employee, spouse, and dependent basic and optional life insurance
All Employees
401(k)
Pet insurance
DailyPay – instant access to accrued earnings
SoFi at Work student loan refinancing
Next Steps Financial Wellness tools & webinars
Verizon & Dell discounts
Perks @ Clarvida – national travel, shopping & entertainment discounts
Training, development, and CEUs for ongoing requirements
Advancement opportunities as Clarvida continues to grow
*Benefit availability may vary by state/county.
Work Location
On-site in Idaho
Employment Type
PRN
How to Apply
If you are ready to use your lived experience to support others on their recovery journey, we encourage you to apply. Click “Apply Now” to join Clarvida’s Crisis Center team.
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
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