Peer Support Specialist (Behavioral Health-Substance Use Disorder)
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Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available.Peer Support Specialist (Behavioral Health-Substance Use Disorder)Functional areas/departments where this position may be located:Community Health and Research CenterJob Summary: Under general supervision, the Peer Support Coach uses intermediate skills obtained through lived experience and training to provide support and motivation to clients seeking treatment and services related to assigned functional area, including alcohol and drug dependency and mental illness. Assesses client needs, provides consultation, guidance, and advocacy to clients through direct assistance, information, and referral to internal and external resources. Develops, implements, and monitors clients' attainment of goals and objectives listed within treatment plans and individualized plans of services.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Engage and enroll clients in intervention and support servicesUtilize program tools to develop a person-centered, individualized plan of service for each client, which will be used to identify goals, address barriers, and monitor progress towards recovery and self-sufficiencyAssist clients in recognizing and understanding at risk  behaviors and coach client on redirecting those behaviorsComplete initial and follow-up review processes and necessary documentation related to services providedAdvocate on behalf of client in written and oral form when providing necessary referrals and contacts with other departments/agencies/companiesCoordinate delivery of benefits and various services the client was referred to ensure participation and program compliance based on assigned programProvide peer coaching to clients in one-on-one or group settings to improve overall functioning, interpersonal relationships, integration into community, and support clients' efforts to meet their individual and program goalsAdminister testing as needed - depending upon assigned functional area, this may include blood testing and the coordination of administering, preparing, and shipping samples and receiving test resultsEstablish and maintain relationships with appropriate client referral sourcesMaintain currency on new services and referral sources as well as services provided to clientsMaintain program policies and procedures per funding guidelinesMaintain agency confidentiality and client privacyFollow the funding sources requirements and CARF standards applicable to the services providedMay conduct presentations and awareness campaigns in order to raise awareness of services offered and increase participationMay support recruitment efforts for assigned program areaMay translate and interpret information for non-English speaking clients as neededRoutine contact with internal and external clients is required to obtain, clarify, or provide facts and informationOperate standard office equipment and use required software applicationsPerform other duties and responsibilities as assignedKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of:Community resources including social services agencies and crisis intervention providersProcesses, rules and regulations of various services and funding agencies surrounding the eligibility and maintenance of the services being receivedHIPAA regulations based on assigned functional areaSkill in:Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications for program area and other applications, including Microsoft OfficeCommunity Outreach/ActivismAbility to:Self-identify as a person who lived experience with assigned functional area and is prepared to use that experience in helping othersPartner with other functional areas to accomplish objectivesFacilitate meetings, ensuring that all viewpoints, ideas, and problems are addressedOrganize and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlinesCommunicate effectively, both orally and in writingSpeak and write in English. Ability to interpret, speak and write in Arabic, Spanish or other native language of the predominant service population is preferredReceive general guidance and direction to perform a variety of non-routine tasks and responsibilitiesResolve most questions and problems and refers new or unusual issues to a higher levelMaintain confidentiality of agency and client informationEducational/Previous Experience Requirements:Minimum Degree Required:High school diploma or GED equivalent~and~At least one year of experience working in social services or any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training approved by Human ResourcesActively in recovery with (3-5) years lived experience in the field or other lived experience approved by Human ResourcesBackground check must show that candidate is fully off of probation/parole for a minimum of two years before date of hire.Licenses/Certifications:Licenses/Certifications Required at Date of Hire:Valid Driver's licensePeer Recovery Coach certification or Peer Support Specialist certification preferredLicenses/Certifications Required upon hire or no later than 90 days from Date of Hire:QMHP Adults - 5 hours within 90 days after the first day of employment, orQMHP Children - 24 hours within 90 days after the first day of employmentLicenses/Certifications Required no later than 6 months from Date of Hire (Contingent on training availability, new hire must establish and develop a plan with supervisor as part of onboarding process):Peer Recovery Coach certification or Peer Support Specialist certificationCertified Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)Working Conditions:Hours: Normal business hours, some additional hours may be required. Non-traditional hours, including nights and weekends, may be required based on assigned functional area.Travel Required: Local, in-state, and national travel may be required based on approval from supervisor only.Working Environment: Climate controlled office.#J-18808-Ljbffr