Peer Recovery Supporter - Cuyahoga County
About The Position
Where New Paths Begin OhioGuidestone is the state’s leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year. We focus on the needs of the whole person by providing telehealth and in-person prevention services, as well as mental health and substance use treatment. As we help people navigate the most difficult times in their lives—with compassion and respect—we ultimately empower them to take steps towards a healthier future. OhioGuidestone is seeking Peer Recovery Supporters. Peer Recovery Supporters provide sobriety support services and inspire hope of recovery from addiction or co-occurring disorders. Educate clients on the addiction model and paths to recovery and help to expand clients’ sober support network, and connect clients to needed community resources in support of their recovery. #YourPathStartsHere Job Summary: The Peer Recovery Supporter provides are community-based services for a client with a mental illness or substance use disorder, and assist with activities that promote recovery, self-determination, self-advocacy, well-being, and independence. The Peer Recovery Supporter provides services that are individualized, recovery-focused, and based on a relationship that supports the client’s ability to promote their own recovery. The Peer Recovery Supporter promotes self-directed recovery by assisting a client and promoting trauma informed care and diversity competence, encouraging self-direction, and advocating for informed choice.
Requirements
- Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
- Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences.
- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
- Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
- Computer literacy skills, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and basic database usage, as well as basic typing.
- Must have a developed self-care plan.
- Organizational skills, team player and attention to detail.
- Must have a minimum educational level of High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must satisfy relevant state requirements for Certified Peer Recovery Supporter.
- Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance.
- Ability to take and pass a physical exam, tuberculosis test and drug screening.
- Employment is contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
Nice To Haves
- Work and/or volunteer experience as a Recovery Coach and knowledge of court and county resources preferred.
- Funding sources may require OhioGuidestone to hire an advanced degree
Responsibilities
- Provides sobriety support services and inspire hope of recovery from addiction or co-occurring disorders.
- Upon assignment, meets with client each week, and based upon need of client; step down as appropriate with supervisor input.
- Communicates frequently with client and coordinates or assists in crisis interventions and stabilization, as needed.
- Educates the client on the addiction model and paths to recovery.
- Connects the client to needed community resources in support of their recovery and help client expand their sober support network.
- Assists clients in the development of empowerment skills through self-advocacy and activities that reduce discrimination and inspire hope.
- Supports the client in the development of life skills to aide them in achieving personal independence.
- Addresses barriers to recovery and provide support to maintain recovery and reduce relapse
- Supports the client in developing and working toward achievement of personal recovery goals
- Teaches skills to effectively navigate the health care delivery system and promote coordination and linkage among similar providers
- Attends meetings, child visitation, and court hearings with client, as needed
- Explores recovery needs and develop a Recovery Support Plan with each client
- Performs related administrative responsibilities; maintains client information, reports, records, and other documents; responds timely to emails and phone calls; attends and participates in various trainings and meetings; communicates with other agencies, departments, and vendors regarding required paperwork, contract compliance and consults with other county agencies and/or supportive services as necessary.
- Supports the completion of funder requirements and program assessments as necessary.
- Accurately and promptly, documents and maintains the confidentiality of client and family interactions including, legal, financial, and clinical documentation within agency guidelines.
- Maintains ongoing contacts (phone, meetings, and conferences) with other professionals involved, including collateral contacts with community resources/services.
- Behaves in a manner that models success, adheres to Ohio Certified Peer Supporter Code of Ethics and maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Exhibits positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
Benefits
- Free CEU trainings
- Competitive medical benefits including a zero-cost monthly option for employee or employee + children!
- 10 paid holidays; three are exchangeable
- Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance
- Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
- 401(k) with employer match option
- Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mileage reimbursement
- Free licensure supervision
- Recognition and rewards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
