$19/hr.Complete benefit package- Medical, Dental, Vision and more! 33 Paid days off 1st year! Under supervision and within agency policy and clinical standards, this position will provide services to produce optimal outcomes for clients in the NAVIGATE First Episode Psychosis Program. Services are provided primarily in a community-based setting but could be conducted through telehealth or in office settings too . The PRSS provides peer support services, based on an individualized, recovery-focused service philosophy that allows individuals the opportunity to learn to manage their own recovery and advocacy process. The RSS will work to enhance the development of natural supports, coping skills and other skills necessary to function as independently as possible in the community, including, but not limited to assisting re-entry into the community after incarceration, a hospitalization or other institutional setting. The PRSS serves as an advocate and provides information and peer support for consumers in the adult outpatient setting.The PRSS performs a wide range of tasks to assist consumers in regaining control of their lives and recovery processes. Must possess the skills to maintain a high level of professionalism, ethics and interactions with all ODMHSAS stakeholders. NAVIGATE is a multi-disciplinary team approach designed to provide early and effective treatment to individuals ages 16-30 who have experienced first episode of psychosis, F&CS is one of about 60 sites throughout the U.S. that provides this state-of-the-art, evidence-based model treatment model. A full clinical care team is tasked with providing comprehensive engagement, stabilization, and recovery-oriented services to admitting clients both in the community and in the office. Requirements
- Personal experience in active recovery of mental illness and/or substance use.
- High School diploma or equivalent required [Bachelor's degree preferred]
- Specialized experience as a recipient of mental health services for severe mental illness and experience as a paid or volunteer staff working with adults with severe mental illness.
- Ability to work with the public, ability to maintain an effective working relationship with agency employees.
- Ability to maintain a professional manner and maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Must possess a Driver's License and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office. [Mileage reimbursement provided]
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations is preferred.
- Ability to document activities, write reports, business correspondence and procedure manual.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from colleagues, clients, customers and the general public.
- Ability to effectively communicate and interact with colleagues, clients, client's families, public and third party payer personnel.
Drug-Free Workplace Policy This job is classified as a safety-sensitive position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not exclude any applicant; however all employees are subject to the Family & Children's Services Drug Free Workplace Policy. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)