Peer Recovery Specialist - FEP Grant

Horizon Behavioral Heal•Lynchburg, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Peer Recovery Specialist functions as a role model and coach to those seeking personal wellness and long-term recovery by adhering to professional ethics, demonstrating competencies, using effective coping skills, serving as an advocate, using best practices and providing information and referral. This is an entry level position and will be required to complete all required training and supervision hours to apply for certification within one year of hire date. Services include one-on-one peer mentoring, peer led support groups, telephone outreach, assisting clients in accessing community resources, services and affiliation with recovery supported social activities. Some evening and weekend hours.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED
At least one continuous year of sustained recovery for persons having lived experience with mental illness or substance use.
Knowledge of the nature of the recovery process including the use of established standardized mental health, substance use, and co-occurring processes.
Knowledge of basic problem solving strategies to support individuals in self-directed recovery.
Basic knowledge of multiple pathways to recovery; signs and symptoms of mental health and/or substance use challenges and strategies to address these symptoms.
Ability to identify an individual’s need for resources, services, and other supports.
Ability to coordinate services with diverse public and private providers.
Ability to utilize personal experience to support others in recovery.
Ability to work as the member of a team and maintain effective, professional working relationships with individuals within the agency as well as those in the community.
Ability to work independently performing the duties of the position under general supervision.
Ability to engage in and sustain ongoing, professional relationships with individuals receiving services through appropriate boundary setting.
Knowledge surrounding the operation and care of computer equipment and cellular devices.
Knowledge of basic computer skills and the ability to efficiently utilize internet search to identify resources relevant for peer supports.
Ability to participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training; includes both verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques to be utilized with consumers as needed.
Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver’s license.
Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holiday, etc.) as required.

Nice To Haves

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

Responsibilities

Function as a role model and coach to those seeking personal wellness and long-term recovery.
Adhere to professional ethics, demonstrate competencies, and use effective coping skills.
Serve as an advocate, use best practices, and provide information and referral.
Complete all required training and supervision hours to apply for certification within one year of hire date.
Provide one-on-one peer mentoring.
Lead peer support groups.
Conduct telephone outreach.
Assist clients in accessing community resources and services.
Facilitate affiliation with recovery supported social activities.