Certified Peer Specialist

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* Job Description:

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* Job Description:

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* Job Title:

** Certified Peer Specialist
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* Location:

** Franklin, IN
** Department:
** Addictions Services
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* Employment Type:

** Full-time
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* Job Summary:

** In this role, you will collaborate with clients to develop personalized treatment plans, assist them in accessing necessary resources, and provide emotional support throughout their recovery journey. Your contributions will not only help individuals navigate their challenges but also empower them to build connections within their community.
** This position offers…**
* ** Employee Assistance Program**– 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
* ** Mileage Reimbursement** – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
* ** Employee Discounts** – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
* ** Workplace Culture**- An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
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* Key Responsibilities:

*** Collaborate with individuals to develop personalized treatment plans that address their specific needs.
* Maintain regular communication with referral sources and guardians to discuss progress, transition planning, and relevant clinical matters.
* Participate in meetings to ensure continuity of care for individuals.
* Assist in researching and referring individuals to outside resources when necessary.
* Schedule treatment appointments and provide transportation to and from Recovery Support Services and community-based services.
* Accompany clients to appointments when permitted, representing the agency professionally.
* Support clients in accessing medical services and document all services in accordance with state and federal standards.
* Offer crisis intervention and facilitate group education sessions as scheduled.
* Pursue professional development through training to meet required hours every two years.
* Utilize peer support to foster recovery and resilience in individuals with mental health and substance use disorders.
* Help individuals build connections with others, their overall community, and Recovery Supports within their community.
* Assist individuals in accessing information and support for mental health and substance use disorders.
* Support individuals in making independent choices and taking an active role in their treatment.
* Help individuals identify their strengths and resources for recovery.
* Assist individuals in setting and achieving recovery goals through mentoring, advocacy, and coaching.
* Provide emotional, informational, and instructional support to help clients feel connected and develop recovery skills.
* Encourage clients to live a healthy, productive, and sober lifestyle during and after their time in the facility.
* Aid participants in creating personal treatment plans to actively engage in their own recovery.
* Adhere to ethical and confidentiality standards of the facility.
* Show interest in the long-term and short-term goals of the company.
** Education, Experience, and/or Credential

Qualifications:

*** Must be willing to self-identify as a present or former client of mental health and/or substance use services OR self-identifies as a person in recovery from mental health and/or substance use disorder.
* Requires one year of direct and personal experience with the mental health system as a primary consumer of services.
* Able to complete a state-approved Certified Peer Support training program and other required trainings within six months of employment.
* Exceptions to the qualifications listed may be made by the appropriate Leadership.
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* Additional Qualifications:

*** Must be 21 years of age or older.
* Minimum one (1) year of recovery.
* Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint check.
* Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
* Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.
* All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.
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* Physical Requirements:

*** Light work:
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