Peer Support Specialist I – DAODAS (#021999) Mental Health, Columbia (RICHLAND) Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Peer Support Specialist

I – DAODAS

(#021999) Mental Health, Columbia (RICHLAND) State of South Carolina – 2.9 Richland County, SC Job Details Temporary | Full-time $23.46 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Mid-level Corrections facility medical clinic Full Job Description Job Responsibilities This position will be working under the general supervision of the

CPSS/MAT

Program Manager. The primary responsibility involves providing peer support services to incarcerated residents who are enrolled in the Medication Assisted Treatment program (MAT) and are transitioning back to the community from the SCDC. Additionally, this position provides administrative oversight for the incarcerated Certified Peer Support Specialists (CPSS) and the program. Peer support services promote community socialization, recovery, self-advocacy, self-help, and development of natural supports through shared experiences. Provides individualized and group peer support services, conducts program-specific lectures, advocates for case management services on behalf of the participants, provides discharge/aftercare planning referral services for successful community reintegration (employment, vocational rehabilitation, housing, etc.) Maintains clinical documentation on all participants, etc. Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire. Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to: Recruiting and Employment Services (803) 896-1649

Minimum and Additional Requirements SCDC Minimum Requirements :

(Or an acceptable equivalency as approved by the Division of State Human Resources) Candidates must hold active credentials as a Certified Peer Support Specialist or obtain certification through the Addictions Professionals of South Carolina (APSC) within 90 days of hire. Candidates should have a minimum of two (2) years of personal recovery experience, preferably with at least one (1) year of work in a correctional environment or with the forensic population. Additional Comments The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to be determined if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.