Peer Support Specialist - Franklinton

Reports To: Case Management Supervisor

Department: Housing

Job Summary:

To provide peer support services as part of a multi-disciplinary team to persons with mental illness and/or substance abuse problems.  Service provision will focus on working with patients to enhance their recovery. Service is provided to individuals or groups.  

Job Duties/Responsibilities: 

• To provide individualized, ongoing guidance, coaching and support.
• To provide training in the use of personal and community resources.
• Assist in developing formal and informal community support.
• Assist the person served in increasing social support networks of relatives, friends and/or significant others.
• To offer encouragement in times of crisis.
• To advocate on behalf of persons with behavioral health problems to protect the patient’s rights and to assist in reducing associated stigma.
• To work in cooperation with other providers, family members or significant others involved in the patient’s recovery plan.
• To attend staff meetings, case conferences and individual/group supervision.
• To attain established standards of productivity.
• To observe all rules of confidentiality relating to clinical information and treatment, both internally and when dealing with external agencies/individuals.
• To be responsible for understanding patients rights policy and procedures.
• To participate in staff training and development.
• To serve on designated committees within the agency.
• To maintain professional standards at all times. To observe the guidelines established within the Code of Ethics and Conduct.
• To perform other related duties as assigned.
• Responsible for understanding the Housing Manual.

Knowledge/Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Certified Peer Recovery Supporter (Adult)

Skills Required:

• Ability to work well with others
• Familiarity with Franklin County resources

Salary : $18 - $22