As part of the Care Response Team, will respond along with a Crisis Intervention Specialist to individuals experiencing a mental health and/or substance abuse crisis following a call to 911 or 988 to and engages in non-directive and supportive relationships that promote empowerment and self-learning; provides peer counseling and consultation to individual clients, families, and team members; acts as a liaison with community resources; carries out rehabilitation and support functions; and assists in substance abuse services, education, support and consultation to families, and crisis intervention under the clinical supervision of the Program Manager

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• Along with a licensed clinician, will assist in the completion of community-based assessments with individuals in crisis and facilitate linkage to appropriate services.
• Engage in non-judgmental, compassionate, active listening to build one-on-one connections with persons served that support a person’s preferences and emphasize the tenets of recovery.
• Provide follow-up services to those previously assessed to assure linkage to on-going providers.

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• The Peer Support Specialist must meet the Ohio standards for certification as a peer supporter.

• 40-hour work week, various days, and shifts (including weekends)

This is a non-exempt, union position with a minimum-starting wage of $26.44 per hour.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.44 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• Peer Support Certificate (Required)

Work Location: In person