Certified Peer Specialist

One Health • Powell, WY

2d • $18 - $19 • Hybrid

About The Position

One Health is looking for a Certified Peer Specialist to join their dynamic team. This is an opportunity to use lived experience to support others on their journey to wellness. The role is based in Powell, Wyoming, with travel to Cody, Greybull, and Lovell as scheduled. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. The compensation is $18.31 - $18.91/Hour DOE.

Requirements

• Lived experience with SUD and/or mental health conditions, to include documented diagnosis
• Minimum two (2) years in successful recovery
• Competent computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• High School Diploma or GED
• State certification for Peer Specialist
• BLS Certification within 30 days of hire
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Maintains stable recovery and necessary care/treatment of behavioral health challenges and is willing to self-identify publicly as being in recovery from a mental health, substance use, or addiction diagnosis.
• Obtains/maintains state certification for Peer Supporters.
• Understands the concept of recovery as it relates to behavioral health; peer support/recovery coaching; wellness and recovery planning.
• Facilitates patient engagement and follow-up care.
• Documents in-person, video, and telephone encounters in electronic health record and stays current on all necessary documentation.
• Facilitates referrals for clinically indicated services outside the primary care clinic (e.g., social services such as housing assistance, vocational rehabilitation, mental health specialty care).
• Participates in multi-disciplinary, team-based care of patients/clients.
• Participates in training, reporting, and other requirements of various grant supported programs implemented by One Health and partners.
• Teaches one section of the Fatherhood is Sacred/Motherhood is Sacred per year.
• Offers Narcan training as often as needed for community groups and citizens.
• Exemplifies a patient-centered care approach to each patient along each stage of the patient journey, while working as a key patient centered team member by communicating individual patient care needs to support the needs of patients served.
• Provides exceptional customer service and models the mission of One Health when interacting with internal and external stakeholders promoting a positive image for the health center.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required with or without prior notification.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance (2 medical insurance plans that are $0 cost to the employee for full-time)
• $10,000 group life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Discounted healthcare for employee and family
• Retirement plan with employer match. 100% vested without wait period.
• Paid holidays and generous PTO
• Supportive, mission-driven team environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED