Recovery Peer Support Specialist / Case Manager

Valley Hope•Grapevine, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Recovery Peer Support Specialist / Case Manager: Wednesday through Saturday : 10am - 9pm Valley Hope of Grapevine was recently voted The Best Treatment Facility in Northeast Tarrant County and we're looking to add to our dedicated and passionate team! Valley Hope of Grapevine has an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Peer Support Specialist / Case Manager to join our dedicated and passionate team! Valley Hope of Grapevine, located between Dallas and Fort Worth, provides healing residential and outpatient drug and alcohol addiction treatment services. The work of every team member matters. The work we do every day saves lives and builds hope for the future. Our work is mission-driven, supported by a strong culture of teamwork and a compassionate environment that is the foundation of the Valley Hope organization.

Requirements

One (1) plus years of experience in a similar position and/or healthcare environment.
Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
CPR Certification

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences, education or social work.
Be state specific certified in Peer Support, or complete certification within three (3) months of employment.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in recovery.
Be a United States veteran and provide proper documentation.
Knowledge of veteran issues, local and national resources, along with some basic understanding of mental illness and substance use disorders.

Responsibilities

Plans and assists with the implementation of continuing care for assigned patients.
Facilitates patient rehabilitation group sessions.
Identifies needed recovery resources for housing, education, vocational development, mental health, community support groups and medical care; provides assistance to patients in accessing those resources.
Provides education regarding substance use disorders, mental illness and prevention to patients, family members, and significant others.
Works with all relevant and interested external parties including family members, agencies, managed care organizations, and insurance companies.
Records treatment activities and patient observations in patient records accurately and timely; completes paperwork requirements as needed in an accurate and timely manner.
Completes all clinical documentation including discharge materials in an accurate and timely manner.
Communicates with onsite supervisor about daily job duties and supervisory direction provided.
Communicates with clinical supervisors, clinical staff, and medical staff regarding patients’ treatment and status.
Logs all supervision as per state requirements.