Certified Peer Recovery Supporter - Part Time - Summit Behavioral Healthcare
About The Position
The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is seeking a Certified Peer Recovery Supporter to join their team. This part-time position is located at the Summit Behavioral Healthcare facility in Cincinnati, Ohio. The role involves utilizing personal recovery experience to promote hope and motivation, facilitating recovery-focused groups, educating clients on peer services and rights, and mentoring clients through their recovery process. DBH is committed to providing comprehensive, person-centered care and fostering an inclusive, stigma-free environment for individuals affected by mental health and substance use disorders. They are also a proud Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace.
Requirements
- Requires current certification as Peer Recovery Supporter in accordance with OAC 5122.29.15.
- Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application.
- Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer.
- Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration.
- Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted.
- DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.
Nice To Haves
- Primary Skill: Mental Health
- Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Therapy/Therapeutical Services
- Professional Skills: Cultural Awareness, Customer Focus, Establishing Relationships, Verbal Communication
Responsibilities
- Utilizes personal recovery experience, when appropriate, to promote hope, encouragement, and motivation throughout the recovery process.
- Leads and coordinates recovery-focused groups, teaching coping skills, relaxation techniques, and wellness strategies.
- Mentors clients/residents through the recovery process by encouraging empowerment, goal-setting, and self-advocacy.
- Educates clients/residents on available peer services, rights processes, advance directives, and supplemental support programs.
Benefits
- Opportunity for pay increase after 120 days of satisfactory performance
- Yearly raise thereafter
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
