Peer Support Specialist
About The Position
This full-time, benefits-eligible, safety-sensitive position supports patients at a medical respite program by helping provide a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment. The specialist assists patients in pursuing short- and long-term goals both during and outside of respite, and supports substance use recovery using harm-reduction and trauma-informed approaches. The role works with the RN Program Manager to enhance the program and promote services, and collaborates with the Behavioral Health Consultant to plan and implement groups focused on mental health and well-being. The position also responds to urgent situations, completes required electronic health record documentation, participates in supervision, meetings, and mandatory training, and may provide transportation as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Lived experience.
- Completion of Peer Support training and Peer Support certification.
- At least one year of experience in the behavioral health field.
- BLS certification.
- Fingerprint clearance card.
- At least 21 years old.
- Valid Arizona driver's license that has been in effect for at least three years.
- Basic knowledge of behavioral health recovery principles.
- Ability to obtain vital signs accurately.
- Proficient English reading and writing skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
- Ability to apply critical thinking and respond calmly to challenging situations.
- Demonstrated interest in working with an underserved population.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a medical environment is highly desirable.
- Spanish bilingual ability is highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Assist with admissions, discharges, and orientation to the respite center.
- Support substance use recovery in a harm-reduction and trauma-informed manner.
- Work with the RN Program Manager to enhance the respite program and promote services.
- Collaborate with the Behavioral Health Consultant to plan and implement groups focused on mental health, well-being, motivational interviewing, distress tolerance, and coping skills.
- Respond to urgent situations in a trauma-informed manner.
- Complete required documentation in the electronic health record.
- Participate in group and individual supervision.
- Provide excellent customer service and foster collaboration.
- Attend required meetings and complete mandatory training.
- Provide transportation as needed.
- Perform other duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
