Peer Recovery Specialist - Residential

Description

Peer Recovery Specialist Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Essential Functions) 

Supervise residents to assure their health and safety; plus: 

• Provide peer support to those needing support. 
• Meet with clients on a regular basis, or as needed after the initial meeting to discuss routine recovery issues from a peer perspective. 
• Provide quality program services to the individuals served in a professional manner. Complete required documentation according to program standards and timelines. 
• Provide guidance, encouragement, education and skill-building around wellness planning, crisis planning, and self-advocacy to support the clients' recovery goals. 
• Act as a liaison between the clinical team and clients to ensure each client's needs and preferences are understood and honored whenever possible. 
• Provide services that help clients identify their strengths and to use their strengths to reach their treatment goals, and identify and overcome barriers to participate in community resources. Assist in planning and supervising recreational activities for clients. 
• Maintain confidential client records. Process client record requests. 
• Perform other routine support tasks, including filing, photocopying, answering telephones, and compiling statistical reports. 
• Attend weekly clinical staff meetings as needed
• Provide culturally sensitive and relevant services to diverse clients and their families. Other duties as assigned or required. 

This description covers the primary purpose and principal duties of the job. It is not designed to be a complete list of all the duties and responsibilities required of this position

Requirements

 Peer Recovery Specialist Required Skills and Experience (Minimum requirements in terms of educational background, work experience, licenses/certifications or other knowledge skills and abilities). 

• Be at least 21 years of age. 
• Have a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. 
• Have a primary diagnosis of mental illness. 
• Demonstrate leadership and advocacy skills, and have a strong dedication to recovery. 
• Current DHS certification as a Certified Peer Specialist.  

 Peer Recovery Specialist Full Time Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future, including:
Medical Insurance, HSA, Dependent Care, 401k & Company match, Dental, Vision, Short and long term disability, EAP, Paid holidays, Paid Time off, Supportive and dedicated work environment.