Peer Recovery Support Specialist- Bridgeport, WV

COMMUNITY CARE OF WEST VIRGINIA INC•Bridgeport, WV

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The Peer Support Specialist is responsible for assisting individuals in recovery through education and coaching, focusing on self-sufficiency, development, and maintenance of skills and stabilizing symptoms that present as barriers to success. Will provide hope and encouragement to clients. Will share personal recovery experiences and develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships with clients.

Requirements

Ability to work in an organized and efficient fashion
Advanced written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Good analytical skills
Ability to identify problems and evaluate resolutions for a positive outcome
Good decision-making ability and judgment
Discretion and confidentiality
Ability to work overtime as needed to perform all job functions
High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
Self-identity as a current or past recipient of mental health and/or substance abuse services, active in recovery for a minimum of two years preferred.
At least one year of positive work experience preferred.
Possess certification as a Peer Counselor OR obtain certification within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

Engages individuals in healthy, professional relationships focusing on communication skills, boundaries, listening, empathy, and respect in an understanding and compassionate environment.
Submits accurate progress reports and paperwork in a timely, legible manner, reflecting the clients' functioning and progress towards his/her recovery goals.
Collaborates with treatment team about clients' strengths and accomplishments in relation to their recovery goals.
Communicates regularly with supervisor and/or leadership to keep them abreast of activities, plans, and concerns.
Works, functions, and actively promotes the goals and mission of CCWV.
Organizes or participates in community or CCWV meetings and committees as appropriate or as assigned.
Maintains strict confidentiality and privacy standards.
Visits community resources with clients to assist them in becoming familiar with potential opportunities.
Provides hope and encouragement to support clients in their recovery.
Acts as an advocate for the needs of the consumer.
Promotes the use of natural supports and resources within the community.
Supports consumers in achieving the resiliency and recovery they want.
Participates with the treatment team.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Assist patients, family members, or other clients with concern and empathy; respect their confidentiality and privacy; and communicate with them in a courteous and respectful manner.
Answer and refer telephone calls or other inquires to ensure accurate and timely communications are facilitated.
Identify yourself in a pleasant and positive manner.
Take responsibility for helping the patient.
Consistently works in a positive and cooperative manner with fellow staff.
Assists other staff in the performance of their assignments.
Facilitates the transition from a professionally-directed service plan to a self-directed recovery plan.
Educate professional staff about the recovery process and the damaging role of stigma in undermining the recovery.
Demonstrates flexibility to perform duties, wherever volume deems it necessary, within the organization.
Demonstrates sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
Follows proper reporting procedures for actual or potential accidents and/or incidents so follow-up and/or prevention can occur.
Consistently evaluates work and determines if further steps are needed to meet expectations.
Ensures compliance with regulatory standards.
Consistently demonstrates the ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner, in order to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work, as necessary.
Minimizes non-productive time and fills slow periods with activities to meet the organization's future needs (education, organizing, housekeeping, assisting others).
Organizes job functions and work areas to be able to complete varied assignments within established time frames effectively.
Consistently demonstrates the ability to take the initiative to make decisions/choices without direct supervision.
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of all policies and procedures and the ability to reference said policies and procedures from appropriate books and manuals.
Complies with CCWV's infection control policies and procedures such as the Exposure Control Plan, which reflects OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard to ensure a safe working environment for self and others.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Extended Sick Pay (ESP)
Medical Health Insurance and Prescription Coverage
Basic Life Insurance for Employee and Family
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) Voluntary Contribution Plan
Health Reimbursement Account
Employee Elected Voluntary Coverage for Employee and Family Life Insurance, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Spending Account
Discounted undergraduate & graduate rates at West Virginia Wesleyan College for employee and family