Description

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a Peer Specialist who is centered, supportive, and recovery oriented. The Crisis Peer cares for clients who are receiving mental health support while staying in the Crisis Stabilization (CSU) Unit for up to 5 days. This includes oversight of activity on the unit at all times, offering group therapy support, individual support through conversation and connection, assistance with meals, assistance with safety checks, and responding with flexibility to the sometimes fast-paced changes that happen in the CSU. The ideal candidate is well organized, appreciates the various appearances of mental health needs, has experience in crisis response and de-escalation, and is proficient in customer service. Of great importance, the ideal candidate can work independently and is self-motivated. The candidate must be extremely reliable and timely, showing up for shift and in completing documentation, be a team player, and adapt to the chancing environment that makes up crisis care.

About the team.

The CSU is a mental health facility that can provide 24/7 mental health services and stabilization to clients for up to five days. The milieu counselor role involves the safety monitoring of the milieu while also providing a therapeutic and safe environment for staff and clients within the unit. Expectations include engaging in and also overseeing the continuous interactions with all consumers on the unit, providing group therapy , following the treatment plans for consumers, preparing meals, light cleaning duties, and maintaining 15-30 min safety check, and other duties as assigned. 

2,000 Sign On Bonus Available! *Not eligible for PRN candidates, internal employees, and re-hired employees within 90 days from separation.

Based on full time (40 hours/week). Prorate if less than 40 hours/week. Paid in two installments: 50% on first paycheck, 50% on paycheck following 6-month anniversary. 

Salary for this role. Starting wage is based on experience and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.

• $18.50 to $22.14 hourly

Shift: This position is Fully On-site/In-person working Wednesday - Saturday 12:30 pm - 11 pm.

Bilingual Language Differential Pay. *rate depends on language requirements for the position and candidate's fluency.

• Will receive scheduled earnings on a bi-weekly basis for all hours worked (excluding non-productive hours paid but not worked, e.g., paid time off, holiday, administrative, etc.) in an amount equivalent to 5% of their regular base rate (hourly or salaried), to a maximum amount of $3,000.00 per calendar year. *the annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full time equivalency (FTE).

Responsibilities:

• Assist clients in articulating personal goals for recovery through one-to-one meetings and group sessions.
• Support clients in identifying and creating goals and developing recovery plans with the skills, strengths, supports and resources to aid them in achieving those goals.
• Provide follow-up services with clients after their admission or assessment with Crisis Services, to help ensure successful transition to community-based services.
• Assist client in working with their case manager or treatment team in determining the steps s/he needs to take in order to achieve these goals and self-directed recovery.
• Meet with clients in a wide range of settings, including client, group or family homes, in community-based outpatient settings, community agencies.
• Assist clients in obtaining services that suit the individuals recovery needs by providing community resources and groups that may be useful. Inform clients about community and natural supports and how to use these in the recovery process.
• Promote collaboration and sharing of resources for clients in community, food, clothing, transportation, recreation, medical, housing, shelters and employment, as appropriate.
• Assist clinical staff in maintaining accurate data by outreaching clients and meeting with them one-to-one to ensure all forms are up-to-date and entered in the organization's electronic health record.
• Provide transportation for clients in personal vehicle and/or create access to services in another manner.
• Assist in navigation and advocacy with clients' appointments and attendance including criminal justice proceedings, medical, and others needs.
• Staff member will monitor and coordinate care for assigned clients in partnership with the other members of the clients care team.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Valid Colorado Driver's License with a driving record that meets organization's requirements.
• High school diploma/GED.
• Lived experience with behavioral health concerns.
• Completion of a Clinical peer specialist or peer coach course.
• Preferred: Clinical Peer Specialist certification.

Required Vaccinations and TB Test.

AMHR has prioritized the health and safety of our clients and staff and requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, receive an annual influenza (flu) shot, and receive negative TB test results prior to their first day of hire. Proof of both vaccinations and negative TB test will be required upon your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions may be requested for the COVID 19 vaccine, annual flu shot or TB test.

Benefits:

• Health insurance: Kaiser
• Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability coverage*
• 403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
• Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, plus 10 Paid Company Holidays, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Short term disability*

*Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more

Our Mission, Vision and Core Values.

Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.

Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.

Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.

Diversity Statement.

We are committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to ensure that it is interwoven into the fabric of our organization. We support and nourish an inclusive and welcoming environment for employees from diverse backgrounds.