Certified Peer Specialist

4 weeks ago


Crookston, United States NORTHWESTERN MENTAL HEALTH CENTER INC Full time
Description

Certified Peer Specialist - Polk County

Full-time or Part-time

As a Partner in Well-being, the Certified Peer Specialist serves on the client's caregiving team and translates lived experience in mental health recovery to assist clients in regaining independence within the community and mastery over their own recovery process. The Certified Peer Specialist will function as a role model to peers, exhibiting competency in personal recovery and use of coping skills, serving as a client advocate, and providing information and support to clients in their homes and other community settings. Facilitate group sessions teaching clients various topics related to recovery, wellness, self-esteem, healthy relationships, and overcoming fears. Support clients and families with accessing available wellness, recovery, and other care opportunities in the community. Assist peers in articulating their personal goals for recovery, learning and developing empowering skills, and modeling effective coping techniques.

Requirements

  • Required primary mental health diagnosis and lived experience as a consumer of mental health services. Please provide a summary.
  • Certification as a Peer Specialist (Obtained before employment or scheduled to attend with assistance from Alluma before employment).
  • Must pass a criminal background check.
  • Access to a personal vehicle and the ability and willingness to use the vehicle in carrying out the position's responsibilities.
  • Valid driver's license and insurable under the agency's automobile insurance
  • Free from substance use problems for no less than two years.
  • Preferred two years in mental health recovery.

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