What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Recovery Support Specialist - Outreach & Engagement - Adult Bridge position at Family & Children's Services Career Center?
$19/hr starting payrate!
Generous benefit package with up to 34 paid days off 1st year!
Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) provides integrated medical and behavioral health care to clients in a community based setting.
The Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) provides peer support services, based on an individualized, recovery-focused service philosophy that allows individuals the opportunity to learn to manage their own recovery and advocacy process. The RSS will work to enhance the development of natural supports, coping skills and other skills necessary to function as independently as possible in the community, including, but not limited to assisting re-entry into the community after incarceration, a hospitalization or other institutional setting. Services are delivered to a high risk adult population who carry a serious mental illness, substance abuse, co-occurring and/or medically co-morbid diagnosis. The PRSS serves as an advocate and provides information and peer support for consumers in emergency, outpatient or inpatient settings. The PRSS performs a wide range of tasks to assist consumers in regaining control of their lives and recovery processes. Must possess the skills to maintain a high level of professionalism, ethics and interactions with all ODMHSAS stakeholders.
Outreach and Engagement - The Outreach and Engagement PRSS will focus on engaging with individuals, educating individuals on services and resources that Family and Children Services provide, and connection to the providers involved in programs. The Outreach and Engagement PRSS does not have a dedicated caseload but will have a fluid client list to outreach and engage in services.
• Outreach admitted clients that have not recently engaged in services.
• Outreach targeted individuals who have been referred but not yet admitted or connected to services.
• Hand out basic supplies and contact information for initial contact for treatment in the community.
Requirements
- Personal experience in active recovery of mental illness and/or substance use.
- High School diploma or equivalent required [Bachelor’s degree preferred]
- Specialized experience as a recipient of mental health services for severe mental illness and experience as a paid or volunteer staff working with adults with severe mental illness.
- Ability to work with the public, ability to maintain an effective working relationship with agency employees.
- Ability to maintain a professional manner and maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Must possess a Driver's License and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office. [Mileage reimbursement provided]
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations is preferred.
- Ability to document activities, write reports, business correspondence and procedure manual.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from colleagues, clients, customers and the general public.
- Ability to effectively communicate and interact with colleagues, clients, client’s families, public and third party payer personnel.
PRSS Registration Fee Information:
To become a PRSS with FCS, applicants must obtain both PRSS Certification (application fee is required before receiving a start date) and CM1 Certification (required after the start date). As a courtesy we want to ensure applicants are aware of these certification requirements and associated fees before the interview.
• PRSS Certification: $26 application fee (no additional costs).
• CM1 Certification:
o $25 application fee
o $50 training fee
o $45 exam fee
CCBHC Model of Care
Family & Children’s Services works to heal hurting and abused children, strengthen families, and provide hope and a path to recovery for those battling mental illness and addiction. You will be working in an innovative and dynamic environment using a new transformative model of care Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). This model is characterized by innovative, team-based approach and whole person care for adults and children with a range of complex mental health and substance use challenges.
Utilizing multi-disciplinary teams, staff work collaboratively to provide a coordinated effort to enhance client recovery. Robust CCBHC services often result in better client outcomes and quality of care due to:
- Increased access to care and crisis services
- Expanded traditional community mental health and substance use services.
- Added Care Coordination and physical health screening for mental health clients
- Greater access to Social Services for clients’ economic and social needs
- Increased specialized services for veterans, those most in need, and those impacted by the opioid crisis.
DRUG FREE WORK PLACE
This job is classified as a “safety-sensitive” position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not exclude any applicant; however, all employees are subject to the Family & Children’s Services Drug Free Workplace Policy.
Salary : $19 - $50