Peer Support Specialist I

Spectrum Health & Human Services•Buffalo, NY

18h•$23 - $25

About The Position

Spectrum Health & Human Services respectfully partners with adults, children, and families as they recover from behavioral, emotional, mental health and/or substance related disorders by offering individualized and meaningful opportunities of hope, empowerment, and support to achieve self-defined improvements in their quality of life. LOCATION: 1280 Main Street, Buffalo SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION: Provide peer support to individuals with behavioral health issues who are enrolled in Spectrum Health & Human Services’ CCBHC.

Requirements

Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Excel, Power Point, Desktop Publishing, Outlook,etc.
Ability to engage and connect with individuals who have a behavioral health disorder and or their families
Motivational Interviewing
Ability to develop a WRAP and or Wellness Management and Recovery
Cognitive Behavioral Motivational Enhancement Therapy
NYCPS Certified Peer Specialist Credential or
OASAS Certified Peer Advocate Credential(CRPA)
You must have a personal vehicle
Must possess a valid Driver’s License and a vehicle with an acceptable driving record
Must be current or former recipient of behavioral health services or have a family member who has or is receiving behavioral health services

Nice To Haves

Preferred one (1) year work-related experience

Responsibilities

Knowledge and demonstration of agency core values in day-to-day activities
Advocacy
Outreach and Engagement
Self Help Tools
Peer Recovery Supports and Peer Counseling
Transitional Supports
Pre-Crisis and Crisis Support Services
Engagement, Peer Bridge Services, and Services to Assist Individuals transitioning between service systems or between residential or Inpatient Settings to the Community
Self-Advocacy, Self-Efficacy, and Empowerment
Parent Skill Development and Training, Family/caregiver Psychoeducation
Community Connections and Natural Supports
Assist individuals with goals of Independent Living Skills
Be a positive role model especially in sharing one’s own recovery from behavioral health issues
Assist individuals in obtaining their goals as written in their Individualized Action Plans
Ability to utilize electronic data systems (i.e. electronic records and computers)
Assist individuals in developing WRAP plan
Any other duties deemed necessary by supervisor