JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Certified Peer Support Specialist

FTE: Full Time

Union Category: XI

Location: Duluth, MN

Salary: $17.58 - $23.86 per hour (Depending Upon Experience)

Benefit Eligible: Yes

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL QUALIFIED PERSONS

SUMMARY:

The Certified Peer Specialist (Peer Specialist) will provide behavioral health services that foster supportive peer relationships with clients in the various community support programs.Certified peer specialists are individuals who have had personal experience of mental illness and are trained to be direct service mental health staff. Applicants must have completed the DHS State approved training and be certified as a Peer Specialist.

DUTIES:

· To work effectively within the Community Support Program and other HDC Programs providing Peer Support to the clients of HDC.

· The PSS is an integral member of the team and assists in the development of a culture of recovery and peer support by engaging in and supporting person centered services.

· Have knowledge of, and be able to teach skills related to coping, relapse prevention, and basic household and living skills.

· Assessing needs and applying interventions appropriately.

· Be able to complete functional assessments and treatment plans, daily progress notes, and all other required paperwork.

· The PSS must be able to maintain appropriate boundaries in a variety of settings and situations, be able to establish a trusting relationship with peers, and have excellent interpersonal skills, and maintain an excellent working relationship with colleagues.

· The PSS must be detailed oriented with good writing and organizational abilities. Must be able to network within the community and work with diverse populations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

· Must be Certified by MN Department of Human Services as a Certified Peer Support Specialist by completing the State of MN Certified Peer Specialist Training.

· The applicant has identified self as a person who has direct personal experience living with a mental illness and/or chemical dependency.

· Must have valid driver's license, reliable transportation, current proof of vehicle registration and ability to pass DMV/Criminal background check.

HDC ADVANTAGE:

- Flexible Scheduling (4-day, 4.5-day, and 5-day work weeks available, including late start if desired)

- Paid Supervision during licensure

- Extensive fully paid trainings and certifications, including EMDR, TF-CBT, DBT, ECMH, and many more.

- Personal Training/License renewal budget

- Emphasis on work/life balance with manageable caseloads (agency average of 60 sessions per month)

- Ability to work collaboratively with team and community partners.

- Unapparelled opportunity for growth and advancement in largest, most comprehensive behavioral health clinic north of the Twin Cities.

- Full Benefit Package including Vacation, Sick Time, Personal Time, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and matching 401K.

OBTAINING APPLICATIONS: Apply online at www.humandevelopmentcenter.org

FILING APPLICATIONS: APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED OR POST-MARKED BY THE CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED. Job applicants must meet all minimum qualifications. It is the responsibility of the applicant to verify that applications are on file on or before the closing date.

The Human Development Center

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

Minorities Encourage to Apply

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.58 - $23.86 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Peer Support: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Peer Specialist (Preferred)

Work Location: In person