Certified Recovery Mentor/Peer Support Specialist

1 month ago

Newberg, Oregon, United States Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center Full time
Job Title: Certified Recovery Mentor/Peer Support Specialist

Job Summary:

The Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide peer recovery support to individuals with substance abuse and mental health disorders and/or gambling addictions, while supporting a Trauma Informed Care perspective.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as a positive role model for individuals being served, showing a recovery and healthful lifestyle orientation.
  • Connect participants to various models of recovery support and community resources and help them to develop a support network.
  • Reflect positive peer values that include non-hierarchy and mutuality.
  • Facilitate transfer to higher levels of care as assessed and appropriate.
  • Provide relapse prevention support services and planning.
  • Participate in regular clinical and task supervisions.
  • Assist in crisis situations as appropriate, following emergency protocols/procedures and coordinating with the treatment team with interventions which support a trauma informed environment for program participants and staff.
  • Administer outcome measurement tools with individuals and participate in data collection.
  • Document and maintain electronic health record (EHR) and ancillary records in a manner that assures compliance with all agency policies, program procedures, and local, state, and federal regulations.

Requirements:

  • Must self-disclose as being in active recovery from substance addiction and must have personal experience with recovery services.
  • Basic knowledge of methods of behavioral medicine and evidence-based treatments for medical, mental and substance use conditions.
  • Knowledge of the problems and dynamics in treating medically underserved populations.
  • Knowledge of community health, welfare, and social agencies.
  • An understanding of the effects of trauma on health, coping, and other aspects of the lives of those we serve.
  • Ability to apply age-specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs, commensurate with educational preparation.
  • Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) required. Prior EHR experience preferred.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize tasks, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work successfully as a primary health care team member.
  • Excellent collaborative/cooperative working, oral, and written communication skills.
  • Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, safe driving record and active auto insurance coverage.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish language skills (speaking, reading and writing) preferred.

Education and Experience:

  • Two years' experience as a Recovery Mentor working with adults with Substance Use Disorder.
  • Completion of a Recovery Mentor training approved by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA).
  • A Traditional Healthcare Worker (THW) certification is preferred. If one has not completed, must complete in the first year of employment and keep current and in compliance with the OARs.
  • Experience consulting with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Experience with adults using patient-centered, trauma informed care practices.
  • Experience working in a multi-cultural, diverse environment.
  • Experience in community health care working with indigent populations preferred.
  • Experience with Medication Supported Recovery (MSR), also known as Medicated Assisted Treatment (MAT), is preferred.

Behavioral Competencies:

  • Accountability
  • Customer-Focus
  • Teamwork
  • Initiative
  • Confidentiality
  • Ethical
  • Respect
  • Communication

Working Environment/Physical Hazards:

  • Potential exposure to blood borne pathogens and hazardous chemicals.

Immunization:

Staff member must meet immunizations requirements as stated in VGMHC's immunization policy.

Job Description Represent a General Outline:

Job description represent a general outline of the essential and major job duties, functions and qualifications required. They cannot be all-inclusive and comprehensive due to the dynamic nature of work performed to accomplish VGMHC's Mission.

VGMHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

No person is unlawfully excluded from consideration for employment because of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, veteran status, marital status or physical challenges. The policy applies not only to recruitment and hiring practices, but also includes affirmative action in the area of placement, promotion, transfer, rate of pay and termination.

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