Peer Support Specialist (Day One Center)

True North Recovery Inc•Wasilla, AK

16h

About The Position

The Day One Peer Support Specialist is responsible for role modeling overall wellness and mentoring to all individuals who receive services at Day One. This position works directly with clients to model recovery and holds a strong belief that all people can recover from addiction and obtain happiness. The Peer Support Specialist will role model being an advocate in the recovery community and participate in community activities seeking out opportunities to share their story. They work directly with client, family, sponsors and community supports to remove barriers, address relapse triggers, and re-build fractures to positive relationships.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required
Ability to obtain Peer Support Certification with the State of Alaska within 3 years of hire date.
Demonstrate a healthy lifestyle and has the ability to share their recovery story
Strong Understanding of community recourses and referral agencies
If in recovery must be in remission for ONE year and working a program of recovery
CPR/First Aid/AED certified or able to obtain within 90 days of hire
Continued employment is contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory state and federal background check
Must have a valid Alaska’s Driver’s License and insurable under True Norths Vehicle insurance

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience working with individuals in substance – use related field
Two years’ experience providing peer support services
Working knowledge of Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Informed Care
Oral and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize and schedule work knowledge of health and safety regulations
Working knowledge of HIPPA
Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Ability to work independently and seek supervision appropriately
Understanding of Trauma Informed Care
Understanding of addiction and recovery
Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and initiative
Demonstrate positive work ethic and organization skills
Exercise good judgment

Responsibilities

Provide family members with information on support resources available through groups and organizations in the state of Alaska
Assist, when appropriate, family members and others to understand possible warning signs and triggers, appropriate supportive responses, wellness measures, and the overall recovery process
Assist recovering individuals to have their voices fully heard
Support individuals in identifying their areas of need for treatment services and to communicate these needs to provider staff
Provide Crisis Support when needed
Assist individuals in utilizing resources to help them become more independent (e.g. public transportation, support groups, using computers, obtain library card, training, vocational services, education, finances, health and wellness, etc.)
Assist individuals in identifying barriers to their recovery, and develop strategies to overcome them
Provide education and advocacy within the community that promotes awareness of mental health, serious emotional disturbance, OUD and co-occurring disorders, and reduces barriers such as stigma and misconceptions
Maintain a working relationship with all community partner agencies
Assist individuals in developing and utilizing natural supports and resources in the community (e.g. support groups, making friends, spiritual support, etc.)
Work with peers and staff to identify community supports and help individuals understand how to utilize these resources in their recovery
Preform related duties as assigned

Benefits

ICHRA Coverage for Employee Health Insurance Policy Reimbursement (Health Insurance Policy Reimbursement)
401K Plan - 100% Match Up To 5%
Life & ADD Insurance Policy 100% covered by employer
Vision and Dental Policy 90% covered by employer
10 Paid Holidays a Year
Paid Time Off Accrual
Paid Training and Credentialing
Short term and long-term disability
Monthly cash stipend
Supplemental benefits including: critical illness insurance, accident insurance and hospital indemnity