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Peer Substance Abuse Counselor

4 months ago

Compton, United States St Johns Community Health Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description


A Peer Substance Abuse Counselor will work with both behavioral and primary care providers to deliver services that are geared toward helping clients in the development of healthy life choices. The Peer Substance Abuse Counselor assists clients in the development of strengths-based recovery goals and provides information on ways to maintain personal wellness and recovery. The Peer Substance Abuse Counselor works collaboratively with other members of the care team to provide these services. The Peer Substance Abuse Counselor promotes hope and provides support as clients work toward attainment of goals.

This position is Grant Funded. The Grant is scheduled to expire in September 30, 2026. The grant may or may not be funded again after that date. Your employment beyond the grant expiration date is not guaranteed. Should the grant not be funded, you are eligible and encouraged to apply for another position within the agency.

BENEFITS

  • Free Medical, Dental & Vision
  • 13 Paid Holidays + PTO
  • 403 (B) retirement match
  • Life Insurance, EAP
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • SEIU Union
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Continued workforce development & training
  • Succession plans & growth within

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

  • High School diploma or equivalent GED. Associate degree in a related field preferred.
  • Must self-identify as a current or past consumer of mental health services.
  • CADC II or equivalent

Interpersonal Skills

  • Must possess the ability to speak to individuals on 1:1 basis or in a group

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs a combination, but not necessarily all, of the following duties:

  • Conduct educational and/or support sessions as directed, using sound recovery and resiliency principles.
  • Provide education/support services as directed in individual or group settings.
  • Provide evidence-based self-management trainings as directed for addressing chronic conditions and to promote improved health.
  • Plan and lead educational, supportive, recreational or social activities with service recipients as appropriate to the specific program.
  • Assist clients in developing recovery goals and formulating steps to attain those goals.
  • Acquire and utilize Motivational Interviewing skills in the provision of services.
  • Identify barriers clients have in accessing health services and help clients develop plans to overcome barriers.
  • Help clients navigate the healthcare system.
  • Assist with transportation to service recipients for program-related activities as directed.
  • Maintain professional relationships with service recipients and with other staff, maintain appropriate interpersonal boundaries.
  • Refer service recipients to the appropriate staff for issues that fall outside the scope of peer services.
  • Provide activities to service recipients in an educational, hopeful, and supportive manner.
  • Maintain safety in the program environment.
  • Maintain timely service and program records as required by the State and the agency.
  • Attend regularly schedule supervision meetings, and attend other meetings and trainings as required by the State the agency.
  • Complete assessments, care plans, and schedule follow-up session with patients
  • Other duties as assigned.