Peer Specialist PRN-Part-Time - ACT/CARE (56084)

Health Solutions•Pueblo, CO

About The Position

Health Solutions is hiring a PRN Peer Specialist to join its ACT/Care Team. The Peer Support Specialist has progressed in their own recovery from substance abuse or a mental health condition and identifies as a peer. Drawing on personal life experience, the specialist supports clients in crisis and helps them with recovery so they can remain in their community. The position provides outreach and serves as a role model, ally, mentor, planner, advocate, educator, and housing resource connector. Under the supervision of the Department’s Clinical Supervisor, the Peer Specialist informs, trains, supports, and empowers clients; helps them express goals and needs and advocate for themselves; and connects them with housing and community resources. The role includes client home visits, assistance with housing searches and applications, participation in community activities and trainings, and clerical support as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Peer Certification or the ability to obtain it within one year.
Personal knowledge of and experience with mental illness or substance abuse.
Computer proficiency.
Valid Colorado driver license, good driving record, and access to reliable transportation during work hours.
Must already be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with HUD/DOH rules and regulations.
Ability to speak Spanish.

Responsibilities

Inform, train, support, and empower clients.
Establish and maintain professional boundaries and workplace contacts.
Understand and respect all aspects of client and employee confidentiality.
Assist clients in articulating goals and needs and advocating for themselves.
Provide clients with information and housing resources.
Link clients to community resources and agencies.
Assist clients with completing applications and forms.
Promote hope, personal responsibility, empowerment, education, and self-determination.
Conduct client home visits and help clients find alternative housing as needed.
Participate in community-based committees addressing homelessness needs.
Attend and participate in events, conferences, and trainings within the mental health system and community.
Assist with trainings.
Perform assigned clerical tasks, including data collection, answering phones, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance, and obtaining prior authorization.
Perform other duties as assigned.