Peer Specialist I

4 days ago

Denver, Colorado, United States Colorado Coalition for the Homeless Full time
Job Title: Peer Specialist I

Join the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless team as a Peer Specialist I, Family Support Services, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

About the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with families participating in Family Support Services [FSS] housing program to facilitate a self-directed change process aimed at improving health and well-being.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Establish supportive, trusting relationships with peers to inspire hope and resilience and to foster the belief that recovery is possible.
  2. Mentor peers regarding goal setting, skill-building and problem-solving activities with an emphasis on peer strengths and empowerment.
  3. Provide individual and group peer counseling and support for peers in recovery. Provide guidance and encouragement to promote responsibility and participation in recovery.
  4. Maintain and ensure confidentiality of all peer information.
  5. Provide patient navigation and care coordination services in close collaboration with FSS case managers, clinicians, other CCH staff, and other community partners.
  6. Guide peers through the healthcare system, facilitate interaction and communication between peers and health care staff and providers, and advocate on behalf of peers' interests and goals.
  7. Transport/arrange transport and/or escort peers to scheduled appointments at SSHC and elsewhere, as requested by program participants.
  8. Outreach peers in the community to assess status and monitor needs.
  9. Work cooperatively with property managers and other residence staff to assure proper and timely services for peers and to maintain positive relationships with management and fellow residents.
  10. Link peers with resources and supports within the community to increase social integration and sense of connectedness.
  11. Serve as liaison with collaborating agencies to establish and maintain effective working relationships for the benefit of the peers.
  12. Facilitate group activities to promote social engagement and community connection.
  13. Record all services in a timely and complete fashion in the EHR.
  14. Maintain up-to-date records in EHR.
  15. Record telephone and other communications as needed in the EHR.
  16. Manage tasks and scanning as needed to have a complete and current chart.
  17. Maintain accurate information regarding client's insurance status.
  18. Utilize the EHR and any future upgrades as directed.
  19. Meet regularly with program manager for individual and team supervision.
  20. Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
  1. Completion of an accredited Peer Specialist training or willingness and ability to complete training within first 6 months of employment.
  2. Peer mentoring experience serving people experiencing behavioral health challenges and/or homelessness preferred.
  3. Must have a valid driver's license.
  4. Bi-lingual Spanish-English preferred.
Benefits:

The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Choice of HMO or PPO health insurance coverage options.
  • Choice of dental insurance or discount plan.
  • Vision insurance.
  • Flexible spending accounts for health care / dependent care / parking expenses.
  • Free basic life and AD&D insurance coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Program, a problem-solving resource available to you and your household members.
  • Dollar-for-dollar retirement plan matching contributions up to 5% of earnings with 3-year vesting.
  • Extensive paid time-off, including 9 holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and three weeks of vacation for new full-time employees in their first year.
How to Apply:

Apply now to join our team and make a difference in the lives of individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

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