Peer Support Specialist

3 weeks ago

Buffalo, United States Spectrum Health and Human Services Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

*Full-time: 111 Maple Street, East Buffalo, NY*

*Please include a copy of your Peer certification with your application*

SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION: 

Provide peer support to individuals with behavioral health issues who are enrolled in Spectrum Health & Human Services’ CCBHC.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Knowledge and demonstration of agency core values in day-to-day activities 
  • Advocacy
  • Outreach and Engagement
  • Self Help Tools
  • Peer Recovery Supports and Peer Counseling
  • Transitional Supports
  • Pre-Crisis and Crisis Support Services
  • Engagement, Peer Bridge Services, and Services to Assist Individuals transitioning between service systems or between residential or Inpatient Settings to the Community 
  • Self-Advocacy, Self-Efficacy, and Empowerment 
  • Parent Skill Development and Training, Family/caregiver Psychoeducation 
  • Community Connections and Natural Supports 
  • Assist individuals with goals of Independent Living Skills
  • Be a positive role model especially in sharing one’s own recovery from behavioral health issues
  • Assist individuals in obtaining their goals as written in their Individualized Action Plans
  • Ability to utilize electronic data systems (i.e. electronic records and computers)
  • Assist individuals in developing WRAP plan
  • Any other duties deemed necessary by supervisor

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

  • Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Excel, Power Point, Desktop Publishing, Outlook, etc. 
  • Ability to engage and connect with individuals who have a behavioral health disorder and or their families
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Ability to develop a WRAP and or Wellness Management and Recovery
  • Cognitive Behavioral Motivational Enhancement Therapy

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must possess a Family Peer Advocate Credential or
  • NYCPS Certified Peer Specialist Credential or
  • OASAS Certified Peer Advocate Credential (CRPA) or 
  • Certified Addiction Recovery Coach Credential

EXPERIENCE:

  • Preferred one (1) year work-related experience
  • Must possess a valid Driver’s License and a vehicle with an acceptable driving record
  • Must be current or former recipient of behavioral health services or have a family member who has or is receiving behavioral health services  

COMPENSATION: $23.09/hr - $29.44/hr

Company DescriptionAt Spectrum Health and Human Services, we believe that a gratifying life is attainable for everyone.

Spectrum has been serving the Western New York community for over 50 years. Our staff of highly trained and experienced professionals are here to help individuals and families through some of the challenges associated with mental health and substance abuse issues. Spectrum offers a larger variety of quality behavioral healthcare services than any other provider in Erie or Wyoming County.

We take great pride in our easy-to-access services, available at our centralized community-based locations across Western New York. Additionally, Spectrum offers integrated treatments at satellite locations within medical campuses across Erie and Wyoming Counties. With a large qualified team, Spectrum is available to meet clients needs immediately with our same-day and walk-in clinics.

Mission: To respectfully partner with adults, children and families as they recover from behavioral, emotional, mental health and/or substance abuse-related disorders by offering individualized and meaningful opportunities of hope, empowerment and support to achieve self-defined improvements in their quality of life.Company DescriptionAt Spectrum Health and Human Services, we believe that a gratifying life is attainable for everyone.\r
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Spectrum has been serving the Western New York community for over 50 years. Our staff of highly trained and experienced professionals are here to help individuals and families through some of the challenges associated with mental health and substance abuse issues. Spectrum offers a larger variety of quality behavioral healthcare services than any other provider in Erie or Wyoming County.\r
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We take great pride in our easy-to-access services, available at our centralized community-based locations across Western New York. Additionally, Spectrum offers integrated treatments at satellite locations within medical campuses across Erie and Wyoming Counties. With a large qualified team, Spectrum is available to meet clients needs immediately with our same-day and walk-in clinics.\r
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Mission: To respectfully partner with adults, children and families as they recover from behavioral, emotional, mental health and/or substance abuse-related disorders by offering individualized and meaningful opportunities of hope, empowerment and support to achieve self-defined improvements in their quality of life.

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