Support Specialist for Peer Recovery
2 weeks ago
Location : KY 40212, KY
Job Type: Full_Time
Department: Family Health Center
Division: Healthcare for the Homeless
Description
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
In this position, you will engage in vital social service activities aimed at assisting individuals experiencing homelessness or those receiving supportive housing services.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Peer Support Specialist, your duties will include:
1. Collaborating with clients to formulate personalized recovery plans.
2. Delivering educational sessions focused on recovery strategies, illness management, and peer support methodologies.
3. Offering case management, resource identification, and service coordination to enhance existing case management efforts.
4. Facilitating small group peer support sessions, events, and programs to foster community and recovery.
5. Providing encouragement and support to empower clients in developing essential life skills and advancing their recovery journey.
6. Assisting in the training of peer mentors to effectively deliver peer support services.
7. Accompanying outreach teams to extend peer support to clients in various outreach settings.
8. Conducting home visits to clients in supportive housing to provide life skills training and assess individual needs.
9. Aiding in the matching process between peer mentors and mentees to ensure effective support.
10. Performing related tasks as necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS
To be considered for this role, candidates must possess:
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Successful completion of the Kentucky Peer Support Specialist training and certification within one year of employment, with ongoing maintenance of certification throughout employment.
- An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The role requires spending extended periods standing and navigating various urban terrains.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Candidates must have reliable transportation for travel to different work locations as needed.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
This position is with an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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