PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Old Pueblo Community Services•Tucson, AZ

1d•$17 - $25

About The Position

The Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) II uses their personal lived experience in recovery to mentor, motivate, and support OPCS clients who are in the process of their own recovery. The role involves interacting with individuals who are experiencing homelessness, Serious Mental Illness, Substance Use Disorder, and other related conditions.

Requirements

Must meet one of the following education and experience requirements: a. Master’s degree or bachelor’s degree in a field related to behavioral health. b. Bachelor’s degree (in any field) and at least one year of full-time behavioral health work experience. c. Associate’s degree and at least two years of full-time behavioral health work experience. d. High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma with at least four years of full-time behavioral health work experience.
State approved PRSS Certification
Demonstrated competency in Evidenced-Based Practices including: a. Housing First b. Harm Reduction c. Motivational Interviewing d. De-escalation (CPI Model)
Possess and maintain valid CPR/First Aid Certification, or ability to complete training and pass certification.
Knowledge of resources in the community.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel).
Valid Arizona driver’s license, proof of auto insurance and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working with the unsheltered population.
Experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Bilingual

Responsibilities

Deliver individual peer services to high acuity clients or programs.
Facilitate peer and life skills groups.
Coordinate and schedule group sessions to ensure coverage.
Lead development of peer group curriculum.
Accompany and/or transport individuals to appointments.
Utilize experiential knowledge through supportive storytelling to support clients.
Document services and information with the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Maintain client records and information in a confidential manner and in compliance with HIPPA standards.
Communication with program staff daily to report general observation of clients’ well-being.
Assist with coaching and training of PRSS I staff.
Other duties as assigned.