What are the responsibilities and job description for the CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY AND SUPPORT SPECIALIST position at Carson Tahoe Health?
Description
US:NV:Carson City BHS Mallory Crisis Center
Full Time Variable Shift
About Carson Tahoe Health
CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5 th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.
Summary
Participates as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in providing supportive interventions to all patients with mental health and substance abuse issues within the BHS system. Certified Peer Recovery and Support Specialists are those with “lived experience” who consider themselves in recovery from a substance use or mental health disorder. Peer support includes relationship building in order to provide support, advocacy, wellness, and community engagement services to individuals. Peer support encompasses a range of activities and interactions between people who have shared similar experiences of being diagnosed with mental health conditions. These services promote connection and inspires hope. Offers a level of acceptance, understanding, and validation. Offers encouragement, practical assistance, guidance, and understanding to support recovery. Share tools that can complement clinical supports by providing strategies for self-empowerment and achieving a self-determined life even when experiencing challenges.
Qualifications
Required:
- International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium State of Nevada Certification as Peer Recovery and Support Specialist Certification.
- NVCI/CPI Training (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) initial certification within six (6) months of hire.
- At least two (2) years of experience as a Peer Support Specialist, Mental Health Tech, or similar roles in an acute behavioral healthcare setting.
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field
Top 5 Reasons to Live in Carson City, Nevada
- Live, work and play in one of the most beautiful regions in the world
- Enjoy an array of outdoor activities world class skiing, golf, camping, mountain biking, hiking, water skiing, kayaking, hunting and fishing
- Just next door is Beautiful Lake Tahoe
- We are minutes from Reno known as the 'biggest little city in the world' - Fine dining, nightlife, shopping and home to the University of Nevada Reno.
- Family friendly atmosphere with affordable housing & excellent school system
Our Benefits
- No State Income Tax
- Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Telehealth
- Paid Time Off, Mental Health, and Volunteer Days
- 100% Vested 401K & Roth with Company Contribution
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonuses
- On Site Education & Certification Programs
- Base Wage Increases for Relevant Advanced Degrees
- Free Calm App Subscription
