We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Peer Support Specialist to join our team. As a Peer Support Specialist, you will provide assistance and guidance to individuals in need of extra support during their recovery journey.

Duties:
Provide intake and screening, as needed, to new clients. Provide outreach to the community; assist in setting up partnerships with community resources to connect clients with including housing, employment, and recovery support meetings. Develop recovery plans to support clients as they transition to the community, based on the wants, needs, and interest of the participants. Identify mechanisms to increase engagement and support to family members. Maintains accurate records as required by DAODAS, Medicaid and agency policy/procedures, as assigned. Maintains certification necessary for the position and provides evidence of all required training to the personnel department in a timely manner. Use recovery-oriented practices such motivational interviewing. Demonstrates proficiency in use of computerized data systems utilized by the agency. Able to provide outreach and screen clients for entry into MAT services. Good working knowledge of MAT medications and their benefits (over time). Compliance with all Sumter Behavioral Health Services Policies and Procedures. Provides after hours and emergency coverage as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Driver's License
• Minimum of 3 years recovery from Substance Use Disorders and the ability to demonstrate recovery expertise.
• Must be able to take the Certification Peer support Specialist test and pass the certification exam within 12 months of employment.
• Accept multiple pathways to recovery including but not limited to 12 step meetings, treatment, recovery meetings, and medication assisted treatment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27,000.00 - $30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least a 3 years in recovery from substance use disorders?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Peer Support Specialist certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person