Community Support Worker - Adults & Certified Peer Specialist

Presbyterian Medical Services•Santa Fe, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a combined position for COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER – ADULTS & CERTIFIED PEER SPECIALIST. The COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER – ADULTS, under supervision, provides Comprehensive Community Support Services (CCSS) for adults with significant behavioral health disorders and their families, to improve quality of life and maintain the highest possible ability to function independently within the community. The CERTIFIED PEER SPECIALIST is a current or former consumer of mental health and/or substance abuse services who is able to provide recovery-oriented training, education and support to individuals receiving behavioral health services. This role works with individuals and groups, which may include families, providing hope, encouragement, support, self-determination, and connection to the community.

Requirements

Must be 18 years old.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required plus two years of experience working with the target population; or AA degree in a human service field plus one year of experience working with the target population; or a related bachelor’s degree.
Related college degrees include Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Family Studies, Special Education and Human Services.
Target population is defined as adults with one of the following: Severe Mental Illness (SMI); Chronic Substance Dependence; or Co-occurring disorder (mental illness/substance abuse) and/or dually diagnosed with a primary diagnosis of mental illness.
Must self-identify as a current or former consumer of mental health and/or substance abuse services.
Must have demonstrated mental health or substance abuse recovery of three years and can provide written certification.
Certification as a Certified Peer Specialist through the approved state of New Mexico certification program. Must obtain certification by date of hire and maintain current throughout employment.
Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire.
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Must provide a current motor vehicle record.
Must provide current personal owner liability automobile insurance and must maintain the insurance coverage throughout the course of employment in this position.
Must comply with PMS Policies on Automobile Usage, II.D.3, Drug Free Workplace, III.H and applicable state and federal laws.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English / Spanish) or (English / Navajo) preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide Comprehensive Community Support Services (CCSS) for adults with significant behavioral health disorders and their families.
Improve quality of life and maintain the highest possible ability to function independently within the community.
Provide recovery-oriented training, education and support to individuals receiving behavioral health services.
Work with individuals and groups, which may include families, providing hope, encouragement, support, self-determination, and connection to the community.