Peer Support Specialist

Centerstone•Labelle, FL

3d•$14 - $20

About The Position

This position will work within the Coordinated Opioid Recovery program (CORe) in Hendry and Glades Counties and will primarily work out of Labelle. Services will be provided to adults with opioid and other substance use disorders who have had an overdose reversal with naloxone or acute opioid and substance use and who are ready to begin recovery. Services will be community-based with some services provided in office. This position will work as a part of the interdisciplinary CORe team to partner with EMS (community paramedicine), law enforcement, and the local hospital system to identify individuals in need of services in order to provide seamless continuity of care that supports each individual's recovery journey. The team will also connect with community partners through meetings, informal connections, community fairs, and presentations to expand program reach and build community trust. Provides emotional/informational support for program participants and their families. Assists clients with access to positive social connections and community-based or office-based recovery support services.

Requirements

Competency with electronic medical records, computer systems, and documentation.
Strong interpersonal communication skills in order to collaborate with team members and maintain professionalism in the community.
Accountable and self-directed with daily job duties.
Knowledge of community resources or ability to learn quickly.
High school diploma or GED required.
Lived experience with mental illness, substance use, or homelessness and/or experience gained through family member’s mental health/substance use.
Experience navigating the healthcare systems and other community support resources.
Must have a FL driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with mental health or substance use concerns preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients and conduct outreach activities.
Assist clients in identifying personal recovery goals and setting objectives for each goal.
Provide individual and group peer support services.
Model effective coping techniques and self-help strategies.
Facilitate wraparound/recovery supports (e.g., transportation, social connection, job training, benefits enrollment) based on individual treatment plan goals.
Collaborate with treatment team to develop and review treatment plans.
Network with community stakeholders to advocate for clients.
Educate the community about peer support services and the peer-based philosophy.
Completes all required agency trainings to maintain 100% compliance.
Maintains departmental productivity expectations.
Additional training and/or certification may be required based on specific program guidelines.