Peer Recovery Specialist

1 week ago


Portsmouth, United States Impact Mental Health Services LLC Full time

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Impact Mental Health Services LLC. is an innovative community based mental health agency committed to providing the most effective support services to members of the Tidewater area. Our goal is to empower our clients to become strong advocates for themselves and their family, and to promote a positive working environment that encompasses a level of respect, empathy, and overall understanding between colleagues. We are looking to hire a committed, dependable, and task-oriented Peer Recovery Specialist who will make thoughtful connections with our clients. Peer Recovery Specialist works together with program participants on their path to recovery and assists the client with plans to promote individual growth and healing. The Peer Recovery Specialist will function as a role model to clients; exhibiting competence in personal recovery, use of positive coping skills, serving as a client advocate and supporting the client in establishing and maintaining their personal recovery. The peer recovery specialist will perform a variety of tasks to assist peers in regaining independence and mastery of their own recovery. The work is performed under regular supervision. QUALIFICATIONS

Must have a valid Virginia driver's license, with no restrictions

Must have reliable transportation as you may be expected to drive clients to and from their daily activities

Must have a high school diploma

Must have current work experience in community-based support services

Must have experience in being able to effectively communicate with persons with a mental health diagnosis

Must be able to provide hands on instruction and guidance on general housekeeping skills, and core functional living skills

2 years or more of personal sustained recovery from substance use is preferred but not required.

Certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist is preferred but not required.

PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST DUTIES

Assist clients in establishing personal goals for recovery through one-on-one interaction and group sessions

Help client create strength-based recovery plans

Identifying supports and resources that will aid participant in recovery including personal support, networking support, and community-based support

Assist participants in developing empowerment skills and combating stigma through self-advocacy

Incorporate personal experiences regarding skills, strengths, supports and resources used in personal recovery

Assist participants in relationship building and development of social skills

Work collaboratively with treatment team to develop individual recovery, resiliency and wellness planningOnce eligible, full-time employees will have access to health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, supplemental insurance, PTO, and our company's 401(K) retirement plan.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan Medical Specialty:

Addiction Medicine

Psychiatry

Public Health Schedule:

Day shift

Evening shift

Monday to Friday

Weekends as needed People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

Do you have your own transportation?

Do you have your own auto insurance policy?

Why are you interested in this role?

If hired, when would you be able to start work?

Do you have any barrier crimes that could prevent your ability to work with the community?

Do you have a valid Peer Recovery Specialist Certification?

Do you have a valid Virginia Driver's license?:

High school or equivalent (Required)Experience:

Addiction Counseling: 1 year (Preferred)Willingness to travel:

75% (Preferred)Work Location: On the road



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