Virginia Licensed Peer Support Specialist

Job Summary

Providing confidential, trauma-informed emotional support, the part-time Virginia Licensed Peer Support Specialist will assist local social services workers experiencing stress and burnout through the DSS Peer Connect line, operating remotely during designated hours.

Key responsibilities

• Offer empathetic listening and peer support to social services workers contacting the Peer Support Line
• Utilize trauma-informed approaches to navigate resources and provide emotional grounding
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while managing emotionally charged conversations

Required qualifications

• Experience in frontline or supervisory roles within family services programs, such as child welfare or foster care
• Knowledge of child welfare practices and workforce stressors
• Experience applying trauma-informed policies or practices in a human services environment
• Demonstrated ability to provide peer support and stress mitigation strategies
• Cultural humility and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds