Certified Peer Recovery Supporter (Maternal Focus)

OPC Lorain•Lorain, OH

About The Position

Your story. Our mission. A perfect match. Your story. Our mission. A perfect match. You have a place at OhioGuidestone, the state's leader in behavioral health! OhioGuidestone is the state’s leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in-person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment. As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives—with compassion and respect—we ultimately empower them to take steps towards a healthier future. Be the CHANGE you want to see in YOUR COMMUNITY! We're seeking a passionate and empathetic individual to provide peer support to a diverse clientele with mental health and substance use diagnoses in Lorain County. Specifically, this part-time position focuses on serving female clients who are pregnant, planning to get pregnant or postpartum. OhioGuidestone is an influential organization where staff can find their strengths, grow their confidence and build their authenticity while helping clients to realize their positive traits and celebrate their successes no matter how big or small. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, eligibility to obtain the OMHAS Peer Recovery Supporter Certification- which must be obtained within 90 days, personal recovery experience, and a valid Ohio driver's license/insurance. Flexible scheduling to support work/life balance!

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Eligibility to obtain the OMHAS Peer Recovery Supporter Certification- which must be obtained within 90 days
Personal recovery experience
Valid Ohio driver's license/insurance
English reading and writing skills required
Attention to detail and confidentiality required
Driver’s license with safe driving record in accordance with agency policy
Works flexible hours
Team player
Basic computer skills are required
Ohio Peer Recovery Support Certificate

Nice To Haves

Work and/or Volunteer experience as a Recovery Coach and knowledge of court and county resources is preferred
Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance
Ability to take and pass a physical exam and drug screening

Responsibilities

Provide sobriety support services and inspire hope of recovery from addiction or co-occurring disorders
Upon assignment, meet with client each week, and based upon need of client; step down as appropriate with supervisor input
Educate the client on the addiction model and paths to recovery
Help expand client’s sober support network
Connect the client to needed community resources in support of their recovery
Address barriers to recovery
Provide support to maintain recovery and reduce relapse
Attend meetings, child visitation, and court hearings with client as requested by the payor
Develop a Recovery Support Plan with each recoveree
Timely and accurate documentation for all clients
Adhere to Ohio Certified Peer Supporter Code of Ethics, and always maintain an active status as a member of the Recovery Community
Attend supervision and training as assigned
Behave in such a manner that models success
Maintains regular and reliable attendance
Exhibits positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required
Demonstrates positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and present the Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts

Benefits

Free CEU trainings
Competitive medical benefits including a low-premium monthly option for employee or employee + children!
10 paid holidays; two are floating holidays
Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance
Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
401(k) with employer match option
Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
Mileage reimbursement
Free licensure supervision
Recognition and rewards