Behavioral Health Peer Support Specialist

Seldovia Village Tribe IRA • Homer, AK

120d

About The Position

Come join our team at Seldovia Village Tribe (SVT)! This position is based in Homer with some day trips to Seldovia. We are looking for a BH Peer Support Specialist to provide support services as part of a multi-disciplinary team that cares for patients with mental health and/or substance abuse problems. Peer support professionals deliver behavioral health-oriented support services, within an organization and under supervision, to individuals who have lived experiences similar to their own. Through shared understanding, respect and mutual empowerment, peer support professionals help people become and stay engaged and reduce the likelihood of relapse. Peer support professionals share portions of their own recovery experience in an appropriate and effective manner and walk alongside peers in their recovery journey.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Work experience within a behavioral health organization is preferred.
• Awareness of the importance of recovery in living with a mental illness or an addiction problem.
• Must have lived experience in recovery from substance use disorders and/or mental health challenges.
• Demonstrate low-stress behavior in words and actions.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Comfortable with conducting meetings both in person and virtually.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products and Zoom.
• Comply with, observe and maintain strict confidentiality standards in compliance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in initiating and maintaining recovery, helping to enhance the quality of personal and family life.
• Meet with individuals who need flexibility and cannot meet clinical scheduling expectations due to homelessness, active substance abuse, etc.
• Provide off-site support for patients, including meeting them at local support group meetings.
• Support patients working towards recovery with applications, skill building, advocacy, support and accessing any additional resources or programs they may need.
• Share personal recovery experiences and provide suggestions, feedback, and guidance on services and possible obstacles or triggers to avoid when seeking help.
• Connect patients to resources and services in the community for their identified needs.
• Provide non-clinical support for long-term recovery from substance use disorders.
• Refer patients to medical providers or other health professionals when they express readiness and ability to engage.
• Assist the BH team to accomplish administrative care coordination tasks for BH patients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Travel as needed to other communities including to and from Homer / Seldovia by small airplane and sometimes by boat.

Benefits

• 11 Paid Holidays per year
• 12 Days of Sick Leave per year
• 15 days (3 weeks) of Annual Leave per year (starting accrual, more days with more years of service)
• FEHB (Federal Employees Health Benefits) - Health Insurance, a variety of plans to choose from. We pay 100% of employees monthly health insurance premiums! And we pay 50% of the monthly premiums for your spouse and/or children.
• Dental and Vision insurance available on the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
• Group life insurance, minimum benefit is $50,000 and up to 2x your annual salary. Maximum of $250K life insurance.
• Long term disability insurance
• Employer matching 401K, 5% match, effective January 1 or July 1, following one year of employment.
• Wellness Incentive Program, up to $300 per calendar year for full-time employees, or $150 for part-time employees, effective after 90 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees