Summary of Position: The purpose of this full-time benefitted eligible position is to champion the needs of the patients at the medical respite program by providing a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment. The peer support specialist will assist in reaching long-term and short-term goals both in and out of respite. This is a safety-sensitive position.
Essential Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Assist with admissions, discharges, and familiarity with the respite center
Support substance use recovery in a harm reduction and trauma-informed manner
Works in conjunction with the RN Program Manager to enhance the respite program and promote services
Will help plan and implement groups in collaboration with the Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC), focused on optimal mental health including topics centered on well-being, motivational interviewing, distress tolerance, coping skills, etc.
Responds to urgent situations as they arise in a trauma-informed manner
Completes required documentation in electronic health record as required
Participate in group and individual supervision
Provides excellent customer service creating an environment of collaboration
Attend required meetings and complete mandatory training
May be required to provide transportation on an as needed basis
Performs other duties as required
Qualifications
Basic Knowledge/Skills:
Basic knowledge of principles of behavioral health recovery
Able to obtain vital signs accurately
Proficient in reading and writing skills in English
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment
Ability to apply critical thinking and respond calmly to challenging situations
Demonstrates interest in working with an underserved population
BLS Certification
Experience
High school diploma or General Education Development (GED)
Lived experience required
Completion of Peer Support training and Peer Support certification
Fingerprint clearance card required
Minimum 1 year experience in the behavioral health field
Experience in a medical environment highly desirable
Bi-lingual- Spanish highly desired
Must be at least 21 years old
Valid Arizona driver’s license, in effect for at least 3 years
Physical And Mental Requirements
Position requires extended periods of sitting and standing
Position requires regular bending and reaching
Must be able to lift, carry and push 20 pounds on an occasional basis
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Other
Job function
Other
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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