Peer Recovery Specialist Impact Mental Health Services Portsmouth, VA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $16 - $21 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Recovery peer support High school diploma or GED Driver's License Instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) training Personal transportation assistance Working with individuals with mental health conditions Passenger pickup and drop-off Teaching life skills One-on-one instruction Full Job Description Impact Mental Health Services LLC. is an innovative community based mental health agency committed to providing the most effective support services to members of the Tidewater area. Our goal is to empower our clients to become strong advocates for themselves and their family, and to promote a positive working environment that encompasses a level of respect, empathy, and overall understanding between colleagues. We are looking to hire a committed, dependable, and task-oriented Peer Recovery Specialist who will make thoughtful connections with our clients. Peer Recovery Specialist works together with program participants on their path to recovery and assists the client with plans to promote individual growth and healing. The Peer Recovery Specialist will function as a role model to clients; exhibiting competence in personal recovery, use of positive coping skills, serving as a client advocate and supporting the client in establishing and maintaining their personal recovery. The peer recovery specialist will perform a variety of tasks to assist peers in regaining independence and mastery of their own recovery. The work is performed under regular supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must have a valid Virginia driver's license Must have reliable transportation as you may be expected to drive clients to and from their daily activities Must have a high school diploma Must have current work experience in community-based support services Must have experience in being able to effectively communicate with persons with a mental health diagnosis Must be able to provide hands on instruction and guidance on general housekeeping skills, and core functional living skills 2 years or more of personal sustained recovery from substance use is preferred but not required. Certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist is preferred but not required.

PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST DUTIES

Assist clients in establishing personal goals for recovery through one-on-one interaction and group sessions Help client create strength-based recovery plans Identifying supports and resources that will aid participant in recovery including personal support, networking support, and community-based support Assist participants in developing empowerment skills and combating stigma through self-advocacy Incorporate personal experiences regarding skills, strengths, supports and resources used in personal recovery Assist participants in relationship building and development of social skills Work collaboratively with treatment team to develop individual recovery, resiliency and wellness planning Once eligible, full-time employees will have access to health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, supplemental insurance, PTO, and our company's 401(K) retirement plan.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$16.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Willingness to travel: 25% (Required)

Work Location:

On the road