Peer Support Specialist

Pinnacle Treatment Brand • Cincinnati, OH

9h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Peer Support Specialist, you are responsible for supporting others in recovery from substance use disorder; serving as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator to recovering individuals to help prevent relapse and promote long-term recovery; and representing Pinnacle Treatment Services in a positive and professional manner. You will demonstrate an ability to share personal recovery experiences and develop appropriate and authentic peer-to-peer relationships. In this role you must understand and have respect for everyone's unique path to recovery.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Peer Support Certification as may be required by the state in which the facility operates; OR certification eligible within the period designated by the facility’s individual guidance.
• CPR/MANDT certification – updated as required.
• Personal Attestation of one year in recovery from substance use disorder.
• Must possess a current valid driver’s license in good standing
• Localized travel up to 75% may be required
• OH Requirements: Completion of an approved 40-hour training or by having 3 years of verifiable work experience providing health peer services
• Certified Peer Recovery Supporter (PRS) and Youth Peer Supports (YPS) must complete 16 hours of online based academy course including topics of ethics, human trafficking and trauma informed care.
• Must pass an approved exam, sign, and agree to the Ohio MHAS peer support services code of ethics, and pass the FBI and BCI background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in one of the behavioral science disciplines from an accredited college or university.
• One (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport patients to and from designated locations in a company vehicle, providing support as needed while ensuring professional and compassionate experience.
• Assist patients in overcoming barriers to treatment and meeting basic needs to promote self-sufficiency.
• Peer Supporters support recovery by providing support, assistance, encouragement, advocation, and modeling behavior.
• Assist patients with building social skills that will empower and enhance integration opportunities and teach self-advocacy skills that support success within the community.
• Provide education to patients on how to identify and work through negative self-talk and ways to overcome fears.
• Document in EMR, as necessary.
• Provide education to patients around wellness management and recovery skills.
• Educate patients around community and natural support, life skills, recovery related activities and how to utilize these in the recovery process.
• Arrange referrals to other agencies and resources in the community when appropriate.
• Provide goal-planning sessions, access to resources, care navigation, and one-to-one support to patients and their families where appropriate.
• Provides coaching and support to clients as challenges arise from everyday activities.
• Assist clients with orientation to program and update appropriately into EMR as needed.
• Listen attentively with respect, acceptance, and encouragement.
• Lend unique insight into substance use disorders and what makes recovery possible.
• Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 401k with company match
• Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
• Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED