Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) Homeless Outreach and Engagement Team

Family & Children's Services Career Center•Tulsa, OK

20d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) will serve adult clients, age 18 and older, who are diagnosed with a severe mental illness, substance use disorder, or co-occurring disorder and are experiencing homelessness. This role focuses on engaging with individuals, educating them on services and resources provided by Family and Children Services, and connecting them to relevant programs. While the PRSS does not have a dedicated caseload, they will manage a fluid client list for outreach and engagement. This includes reaching out to clients who have not recently engaged in services or who have been referred but not yet connected. The role involves handing out basic supplies and contact information for initial treatment connections in the community. Evening hours, weekends, and/or holidays may be required.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Minimum one-year participation in local or national consumer advocacy or knowledge in the area of mental health and/or substance abuse recovery.
Must possess a driver’s license and use of personal automobile for travel.
May transport clients in personal automobile.
ODMHSAS Case Manager I Certification, completed within 60 days of eligibility.
PRSS Certification Required

Nice To Haves

Preference may be given to applicants who are current or former consumers of mental health and/or substance use services.

Responsibilities

Provide a variety of services for identified needs including teaching and mentoring the value of recovery experiences individually and in groups.
Model effective coping techniques and self-help strategies.
Proactively engage clients in services.
Teach new concepts and ideas to others.
Assist in setting up and sustaining self-help (mutual support) groups.
Support clients in using a WRAP – Wellness Recovery Action Plan or Psychiatric Advanced Directive.
Assist in building social skills in the community that will enhance quality of life.
Support the development of natural support systems.
Provide services in-person or via telehealth platforms.
Embed outreach and other services in alternate locations and with community providers to reduce barriers to access.
Work with clients with active mental health symptoms and within their treatment preferences.
Meet clients where they are in the community, including homeless shelters, private homes, or outdoors, promoting confidentiality in all settings.
Demonstrate comfort and flexibility while working with clients in difficult life circumstances, which may include individuals living in substandard conditions.
Gather and complete all CCBHC data metrics for the homeless population served.
Provide regular transportation of clients with case managers using agency or personal vehicles.