What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Peer Support Specialist position at Here For You Enterprise Inc?
,Job description
Here For You Enterprise is a family-oriented business. We work towards ensuring that employees feel like a part of our family. Our goal is to find employees that will grow within the Here For You Enterprise family. We desire someone who will be able to provide Individuals with hope and motivation to promote healing.
Responsibilities of the Certified Peer Support Specialist
Development and implementation of client sobriety plans. Responsible for coordination for and linkage of clients based upon stated needs and goals in the sobriety plans.
Effectively engages and interacts with clients and families demonstrating strong interpersonal skills.
Handles all client interactions in a courteous and professional manner using effective reflective listening skills and seeks to understand others' divergent views.
Must be able to participate in weekly status meetings
Empower individuals to take ownership of long-term health and wellness
Assist individuals to achieve personal independence and connect them with resources in the community.
Working with Individuals with substance use disorder
Assessing for trauma Providing assistance in crisis intervention
Identify barriers both internal and external, that prevent participation in community resources and develop strategies to overcome those barriers
Provide input on court forms as needed
Qualifications for the Certified Peer Support Specialist
Demonstrate long-term recovery (at least 2 years is required, three years is preferred) from a Substance Use Disorder Have earned a minimum education level of GED
Demonstrate no ongoing criminal activity
Have lived experience with either mental health diagnosis or Substance Use Disorder
Maintain a current driver's license
Current with all Ohio Mental Health and Addictions state licensing requirements for peer supporters
Must have reliable transportation for client transport
The certified peer supporter should have knowledge or be able to attain knowledge of:
Ethics
Self-help programs
Process of recovery
Medically Assisted Treatment
Local resources and services
Human Behavior and behaviors associated with addiction
Court processes
Diversity
Trauma Informed Care
Job Type: Part-time
Experience:
Addiction counseling: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Akron Ohio
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
- Ohio Peer Support License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16