Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS)

Starting Pay: $19/hour + $2,000 yearly Crisis Program Premium

Benefits: 33 paid days off in your first year and a generous benefits package

The Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) provides peer support services, based on an individualized, recovery-focused service philosophy that allows individuals the opportunity to learn to manage their own recovery and advocacy process. The PRSS will work to enhance the development of natural supports, coping skills and other skills necessary to function as independently as possible in the community, including, but not limited to assisting re-entry into the community after incarceration, a hospitalization or other institutional setting. The PRSS serves as an advocate and provides information and peer support for consumers in emergency, outpatient or inpatient settings. The PRSS performs a wide range of tasks to assist consumers in regaining control of their lives and recovery processes. Must possess the skills to maintain a high level of professionalism, ethics and interactions with all ODMHSAS stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide compassionate, peer-based support to individuals navigating recovery from mental health and/or substance use challenges. 
• Empower clients to develop coping strategies, build natural support systems, and achieve greater independence in their daily lives. 
• Support successful community reintegration, especially for those transitioning from incarceration, hospitalization, or other institutional settings. 
• Advocate for clients' needs and share valuable information and resources to support informed decision-making. 
• Maintain clear, accurate documentation of all services provided, adhering to agency protocols and ethical standards. 
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team while upholding a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity in all interactions. 

Skills: 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, families, colleagues, and community partners. 
• Professionalism and confidentiality in all client and agency-related matters. 
• Preferred: Ability to read and interpret professional and regulatory materials, and to write clear, professional reports and documentation. 

Education & Experience: 

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent. 
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree. 
• Lived experience in active recovery from mental illness and/or substance use is essential. 
• Experience providing peer support or working/volunteering with individuals facing severe mental illness. 

Required Certifications & Licenses:

• Peer Recovery Support Services (if you do not already have, you will obtain after hire)
• Case Manager I Certification (to be completed within 60 days of eligibility)
• Wellness Coach Certification (if you do not already have, you will obtain after hire)
• Valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record (required for travel and client transportation)

Certification Fees:

• PRSS Certification: $26 application fee (required before start date).
• CM1 Certification:
  • $25 application fee
  • $50 training fee
  • $45 exam fee

CCBHC Model of Care

Family & Children's Services works to heal hurting and abused children, strengthen families, and provide hope and a path to recovery for those battling mental illness and addiction. You will be working in an innovative and dynamic environment using a new transformative model of care, a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC).  This model is characterized by innovative, team-based approach and whole person care for adults and children with a range of complex mental health and substance use challenges.

Utilizing multi-disciplinary teams, staff work collaboratively to provide a coordinated effort to enhance client recovery. Robust CCBHC services often result in better client outcomes and quality of care due to:     

1. Increased access to care and crisis services
2. Expanded traditional community mental health and substance use services.
3. Added Care Coordination and physical health screening for mental health clients
4. Greater access to Social Services for clients' economic and social needs
5. Increased specialized services for veterans, those most in need, and those impacted by the opioid crisis.

DRUG FREE WORK PLACE 

This job is classified as a "safety-sensitive" position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not exclude any applicant; however, all employees are subject to the Family & Children's Services Drug Free Workplace Policy.