What is the Peer Specialist (Primary Care Mental Health Integration) role at Veterans Health Administration like?

I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Peer Specialist (Primary Care Mental Health Integration) position at Department of Veterans Affairs.

Ms.Smith

What position is being offered at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Battle Creek, Michigan?

Ms.Smith

They’re offering a Peer Specialist position focused on Primary Care Mental Health Integration.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this Peer Specialist position?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this role ranges from $45,409 to $80,243.

Dr.Job

What are the qualifications needed to apply for this position?

Ms.Smith

To qualify, applicants need to meet all requirements by the closing date of February 16, 2026, and current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements.

Dr.Job

What’s the time-in-grade requirement for current Federal employees applying for this position?

Ms.Smith

If you’re a current Federal employee, you need to have served 52 weeks at the GS-05 level to qualify for the GS-06 position.

Dr.Job

What are the basic requirements for someone to be eligible for the Peer Specialist role?

Ms.Smith

To be eligible, you must be a veteran who has recovered or is recovering from a mental health condition and be certified by a not-for-profit entity that provides peer specialist training.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith

Job & Company Information

Job Title: Peer Specialist (Primary Care Mental Health Integration)
Agency: Veterans Health Administration
Salary: $45409-$80243
Industry: Government / Public Service / Military
Location: Battle Creek, Michigan
Posted on: 01/12/2026