Peer Survivor Support Specialist - Grant -- CAMC Cancer Center Oncology -- Cancer Center Building

Charleston Area Medical Center Health System • Charleston, WV

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Peer Survivor Support Specialists are well-prepared to provide comprehensive and empathetic support to survivors, helping them on their journey to recovery.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Personal Recovery Experience: Must have had a Cancer Diagnosis, any stage of Survivorship.
• Certification: Must obtain certification from the West Virginia Certification Board for Addiction and Prevention Professionals (WVCBAPP) or an equivalent recognized certification.
• Must complete the American Psychosocial Oncology Society Training Psychosocial Oncology Knowledge and Skills Certificate Course.
• Education: High school diploma or GED;46 hours of training specific to the required domains, including 16 hours of ethics.
• Level of Experience: At least 500 hours of volunteer or paid experience specific to the domains of recovery support.
• Supervision: 25 hours specific to the domains, with at least 6 hours in each domain, provided by qualified supervisory staff.
• Continuing Education: Must Complete 20 hours of Continuing education every 2 years, including six hours of ethics.

Responsibilities

• Providing Emotional Support: Offer survivors one-on-one coaching and emotional support individually and during support group sessions.
• Facilitating Support Groups: Lead and facilitate support group meetings to provide a safe space for survivors to share their experiences and support each other.
• Resource Connection: Assist survivors in connecting with resources related to housing, employment, healthcare, and additional treatment options.
• Collaboration with Professionals: Work closely with mental health professionals to establish and implement personalized recovery plans.
• Appointment Management: Help survivors manage their appointments with Mental health professionals and other necessary services.
• Health and Safety Reporting: Report any concerns about health and safety to the appropriate care team members.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and confidential client encounters and progress records.
• Community Outreach: Engage in community outreach efforts to raise awareness about the program's benefits.
• Education and Advocacy: Educate survivors, their families, and the community about mental health and substance use disorders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees