Family Peer Support Worker- Certified Behavioral Health Full Time Jemez Pueblo More Details

Pueblo Of Jemez•Jemez Pueblo, NM

43d•$26 - $39

About The Position

Responsible for providing assistance to the Behavioral Health program by supporting staff with the implementation and delivery of comprehensive mental health, assessment, treatment and follow-up care for clients with mental health and or substance abuse problems in an integrated ambulatory care center. This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and other essential functions expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties required.

Requirements

High school diploma, AND experience working individuals 18+ years of age with beginning substance abuse issues; depression, anxiety and or trauma issues.
New Mexico Driver's License
Background Investigation
Certification in Family Support Worker (CFSW) and/or Peer Support Work (CPSW)
SBIRT Certification
Knowledge of: Towa language
Applicable laws, codes and regulations.
Crisis intervention, assessment, referral and resources coordination.
Principles, procedures and associated regulations and standards for the delivery of rural, community-oriented health care delivery system.
Theories and principles of counseling, case management, child and family assessment, intervention and therapy.
Community social service organizations and resources.
Computer applications related to the work.
Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
Record keeping principles and practices.
Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
Skill in: Complying with applicable laws, codes and regulations.
Crisis intervention, assessment, referral and resources coordination.
Preparing and maintaining accurate case records and preparing accurate and timely reports.
Making appropriate referrals and performing basic case and investigative work.
Using tact, discretion and prudence in dealing with youth and families contacted in the course of the work.
Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
Dealing successfully with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.

Responsibilities

Conducts orientation and intakes with clients including client consent to treatment, rights and responsibilities, confidentiality and disclosure of information; maintains strict confidentiality on all client records and program activities.
Provides services and assistance to clients and families experiencing substance abuse and mental health issues and consults with the primary therapist and, or counselor.
Provides support in crisis interventions; life skills education and prevention.
Assists the client in developing a Service Plan including a recovery/resiliency case management plan and, or a crisis case management plan if needed.
May provided client substance abuse case management, tracking, and follow-up services.
Coordinates appointments for clients with appropriate services, arranges clinic or BH follow-up visits necessary to adequately address the client's needs.
Documents all client services in the Electronic Health Record, follow thru by using the scheduling package when making appointments, schedule events in the calendar.
Provides assistance to clients in the development of interpersonal, functional and coping skills, including adaptation to home, school and work environments, and the development of social and daily living skills.
Seeks resources, makes referrals and promotes linkages to community and outside client support services.
Participates in weekly behavioral health and other multi-disciplinary case staffing.
Provides transportation for clients as needed.
May provide mental wellness classes in Towa to the Jemez Headstart Program which includes presentations on Traditional and Cultural topics when requested.
Contributes to the overall quality of the unit's service provision by developing and coordinating work teams and by reviewing, recommending and implementing improved policies and procedures.
Represents the Pueblo with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.