Peer Recovery Specialist-Pechanga
About The Position
Applicant must possess High School diploma or equivalent and completed, or be willing to complete within one year of hire, 100 hours of education through the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP), successfully pass the required examination, obtain certification, and complete 525 hours of supervised experience. Lived experience in recovery for at least three (3) years, preferred. Lived experience with MAT, preferred. Local tribal member and/or close social affiliation with local tribes preferred. Must have current CPR certification that complies with the guidelines set by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross. Certification may be obtained prior to orientation. The Peer Recovery Specialist will be assisting clients in setting and pursuing their recovery goals, monitoring and quantifying their progress, lending assistance with treatment, and leading by example when it comes to coping strategies that have been helpful in their own recovery. Must be able to work a variable schedule including nights and weekends and travel to meet client and Program needs. Must be able to work with the Indian community and be sensitive to the Indian culture and its needs.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Complete 100 hours of education from the California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP), pass an exam, and obtain certification. Complete 525 supervised experience hours.
- Must have current CPR certification that complies with the guidelines set by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.
- Valid California Driver’s License with a safe driving record, DMV record required.
- Must be insurable by the program’s insurance carrier.
- Maintain strict confidentiality procedures.
- Work with other staff members in a team effort.
- Must be able to work with the Indian Community and be sensitive to the Indian culture and its needs.
Nice To Haves
- Lived experience in recovery for at least three (3) years.
- Lived experience with MAT preferred.
- Local tribal member and/or close social affiliation with local tribes preferred
Responsibilities
- Deliver advocacy, mentoring, education, and recovery and wellness support to patients receiving TOR services.
- Work with our licensed/certified chemical dependency counselors to deliver effective and culturally appropriate prevention activities (education, outreach, engagement, and messaging).
- Attend project-related meetings with the TOR project team, other RSBCIHI staff members, including the Integrated Care Committee, MAT Committee, and TOR Advisory Committee
- Assist clients in articulating personal goals for recovery through the use of one and group sessions. During these sessions the PS will support clients in identifying and creating goals and developing recovery plans with the skills strengths, supports and resources to aid them in achieving those goals.
- Assist clients in working with their case manager or treatment team in determining the steps he/she needs to take in order to achieve these goals and self-directed recovery.
- Assist clients in setting up and sustaining self-help (mutual support) groups, as well as means of locating and joining existing groups.
- As much as possible, the PS will share their own recovery story and as the facilitator of these sessions, will demonstrate how they have directed their own recovery.
- Use ongoing individual and group sessions to teach clients how to identify and combat negative self-talk and how to identify and overcome fears by providing a forum which allows group members and PS to share their experiences.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
