A Social or Human Services Specialist identifies and arranges community services for clients. Can involve coordination of services for people with disabilities or those in recovery. They may also coordinate housing or job training assistance for immigrants, veterans, former inmates or families in crisis and can be involved in advocating for client needs.
The Peer Specialist is an integral part of the multidisciplinary team. The Peer Specialist has experience as a recipient of mental health and/or substance abuse services and is willing to use and share their personal, practical experience, knowledge and first-hand insight to benefit the person served and the multidisciplinary team. The Peer Specialist provides expertise and consultation from a mental health/substance abuse consumer perspective to the entire team concerning his/her served experiences on symptoms, the effects and side-effects of medications, his/her served responses to and opinions of treatment, and their experiences of recovery.
Essential Duties/Expectations:
Comply with Carrfour's Mission, Vision, Values The Peer Specialist provides peer counseling/support to individuals and/or Veterans impacted by poverty, mental health and/or substance related disorders, trauma experiences, impoverished lifestyles and are at-risk of homelessness and/or experienced homelessness. The Peer Specialist cultivates the peer's ability to make informed and independent choices. They assist the peer in identifying and building on their strengths to make their individualized goals a reality. Provide peer counseling and support, drawing on common experiences as a peer. Validate the person's served experiences and provide guidance and encouragement for the person to take responsibility and actively participate in their own recovery plan. Participate in team meetings to promote a culture in which the person's served point of view, experiences, and preferences are recognized, understood and respected. The person's served self-determination and decision-making are maximized and supported in planning. Introduces the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) to persons served and may facilitate WRAP groups. Discusses personal safety plans and creates an informal opportunity for the person's served to address their fears and concerns. Help person's served with identifying, understanding and combating stigma and discrimination associated with their mental illness/substance abuse and develop strategies to reduce self-stigma. Report concerns, high-risk behaviors and safety issues as they occur to other program staff and supervisor when it arises. Orient persons to available programs and services to assist in their recovery (i.e. drop-in centers and club houses). Orient persons about community services and supports and teach them how to utilize these services and supports in their recovery process Assist persons in understanding their individual recovery needs, including community and natural supports in addition to organizational supports. Assist in arranging and facilitating transportation for appointments and services. Performs other duties as assigned to support and ensure the success of the program. Ability to work an alternative schedule outside of normal business hours, including weekends and afternoon shifts up to 8pm during the work week. Education /
Experience :
High School Diploma/GED required; Associate degree preferred Must be a Behavioral Health Services consumer who is in mental health and/or substance abuse recovery Must be certified by the Florida Certification Board as a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (CRPS) and/or Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) or be willing to obtain said certification(s). Certification must be achieved within the first year of employment. Veterans preferred Individuals with life experience in mental health and substance abuse preferred Knowledge of the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) is preferred. Must be able to pass a Level 2 Background Check. Understanding of working directly with formerly homeless individuals and families and at-risk populations by treating all individuals with respect and are able to build rapport by promoting empathy and compassion with patience and consistency. Maintains a professional demeanor and maturity, good judgment, quick learner, and proactive Work effectively and productively in a team environment Previous experience in a health care setting Strong organizational, time management skills, written and verbal communication skills Must be computer proficient For more information on Carrfour Supportive Housing, please visit our website: www.carrfour.org Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Pay:
From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Bereavement leave Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Application Question(s): Please confirm that you acknowledge and agree to the starting hourly pay is $18.00 and part-time, in order to continue with your application.
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Behavioral health: 2 years (Preferred) life experience in mental health and substance abuse: 2 years (Required) knowledge of the
