Job Description

Job Description

Compensation: 14.00

POSITION PURPOSE

Peer Specialists ignite the spark of hope that recovery is possible while promoting skills for coping with and managing symptoms and encouraging the use of natural supports and enhancement of community living skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - JOB SPECIFIC

Sharing lived experiences of recovery, sharing and supporting the use of recovery tools and modeling successful recovery behaviors
Helping individuals recognize their capacity for resilience
Helping individuals to connect with other consumers and with their community at large
Helping individuals who have mental illnesses and substance use disorders develop a network for information and support
Assisting individuals to make independent choices and to take a proactive role in their treatment
Assisting individuals with identifying strengths and personal resources to aid in their recovery and helping individuals set and achieve recovery goals
Participates as a member of the treatment team, giving input on client Wellness Plans and treatment team decisions
Until fully certified, Peer Specialists complete trainings, attend team meetings, shadow IHSs and other PSSs, and, with Supervisory direction, see clients, both in supervised and independent fashion, but do not bill Medicaid for services until full certification is achieved
Assist client with transportation as clinically indicated; Driving is an essential function of this position
Other duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/CORE COMPETENCIES - COMPANY WIDE

Regularly attends work except for approved absences
Attends all training as required
Maintain professional, champion behavior
Provides quality customer service
Provides services with a commitment to service excellence
Works in a way that exhibits a commitment to personal excellence
Team oriented and values diversity

QUALIFICATION(S): DESIRED DEMONSTRATED KEY COMPETENCIES

Analytical Thinking
Change Readiness
Collaborative Relationships
Conflict Resolution
Creative Thinking
Communication - Oral
Communication - Written
Decision Making
Empowers Others
Flexible Thinking
Forward Thinking
Leadership
Multitasking/Planning
Organizational/Time Management
Problem Solving
Risk Management/ Assessment
Strategic Thinking
Teamwork

WORKING CONDITIONS & EXPOSURE RISK

Operating vehicles or machinery

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATION(S): EDUCATION

High School/GED required

QUALIFICATION(S): WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must self-identify as a current or former consumer of behavioral health, substance use, or co-occurring disorder services
Must be able to pass a background check or request an exception to the findings
Must complete a state-approved training program, pass a standardized examination, complete certification process within 60 days of hire date, and maintain ongoing certification as a Certified Peer Specialist through the MCB (MO).
A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required

Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.