Female Peer Specialist - On- Call

Job Description

Need to make a change or are you looking for a new adventure?

Do you want a job that helps the community?

Tired of working a job that only provides a paycheck, leaving you wanting more?

Do YOU have what it takes to help others?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have come to the right place. The Big Island Substance Abuse Council (BISAC) continues to inspire individuals and their families. BISAC has a strong commitment to serving not just Hawaiʻi County but the State of Hawaiʻi. Our services align with the ever-changing behavioral health field with a professional and caring staff who are deeply committed to delivering quality services.

DEPARTMENT: Pregnant, Parenting, Women and Children Therapeutic Living Programs (PPWC-TLP)

LOCATION: Hilo, Hawaii

JOB TYPE: On-Call Part Time to start could move to Full time later

SALARY: $17.00/hour

DUTIES SUMMARY:

The female candidate for this position will provide supervision, peer support, and transportation for female clients. Assist clients with coping skills, developing treatment plans, learning daily life skills and facilitating peer groups. Ensure safety and security of clients and facility. Must be able to provide exceptional leadership to a group of 10 to 15 female adults. Must be able to follow and uphold the policies and duties of the program.

Note: This is a therapeutic living program (TLP) for female clients which runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.

Responsibilities and Duties

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

• Implement TLP activities to ensure development of independent living skills (i.e. budgeting, cooking skills, shopping, problem solving, communication skills, social recreation, etc.)
• Maintain security of the facility and ensure safety for all clients
• Implement program schedule (e.g. house meetings, task/skill and education groups)
• Inspect all personal items of incoming clients and remove and store inappropriate/contraband items
• Complete all records to comply with CARF standards and contract regulations/requirements
• Facilitate weekly house meetings with appropriate documentation
• Communicate and interact with clients in a positive, constructive and empathetic manner
• Demonstrate an understanding of the HIPAA and 42CFR federal laws governing the issues of Confidentiality and clients health and privacy rights
• Project a professional manner in conduct, dress and language at all times. Maintain a professional relationship with staff and consumers, insuring boundaries and ethics are adhered to at all times
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Training and Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED
• AA Degree in Human Services or related field
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in the field
• CSAC certification a plus

Requirements:

• Valid State of Hawaii Driver’s License with no traffic infractions within the last 3 years
• Must be able to drive and operate 15-passenger van
• Tuberculosis (TB) Step-2 Clearance (within the last 12 months)
• Medical/Physical Clearance (within the last 12 months)
• CPR/First Aid, AED certification required.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays

Ability/Knowledge/Skills:

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Knowledge and experience working with Electronic Health Records.
• Able to work with adults from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge and understanding of the nature of substance use, abuse, alcoholism and addiction.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

Hours per week: Varies dependent on need.

Pay Frequency:

• Bi weekly

Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17