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.
Horizons Reno County Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 0.5 Job position summary: Provides mental health support to patients, typically based upon their own experiences. The benefits have never been more rewarding. Here are a few things we offer: Paid Parental Leave Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Holiday premium pay Shift and weekend differential pay 401k with a 6% employer match Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Employee assistance program Here is a look at the full job description: Peer Support Specialist - Horizons -
PT Essential Responsibilities:
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Provide direct supportive services to individuals with mental health symptoms Assist clients in generating proactive solutions to barriers regarding their recovery Complete documentation in a timely and accurate manner Complete trainings and attend meetings as directed Participate in care coordination to collaborate with community partners, caregivers, family members, physicians and other treatment providers regularly Act in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values. Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI). Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients/clients and their representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.
General Responsibilities:
Perform other duties as assigned.
People Management Responsibilities:
Does this position have people management responsibilities?: ☐ Yes x No "Yes" indicates that this position entails overseeing and guiding team members, encompassing employment decisions and/or suggestions, as well as conducting formal performance assessments. "No" indicates that this position does not involve managing team members.
Minimum Qualifications :
Required Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent Must be 18 years of age and at least three years older than the youth. This unique position requires that a Peer Support Specialist Self-identify as a present or former primary consumer of mental health services Minimum of one year in stable recovery Required License/Certifications/Registrations State training as identified Valid driver's license, insurance and a dependable vehicle
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Education and Experience Two years' experience working with adults in a health-related field Preferred License/Certifications/Registrations BHS Certification for Peer Support Specialists in Kansas (KDADS)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Strong organizational skills Intermediate knowledge of MS Office programs Ability to develop and mentor others. Oral communication, interpersonal skills, flexibility, problem-solving skills
Physical Requirements:
With or without accommodation.
Light Work:
Occasionally exerting up to 25 lbs - frequently exerting up to 10 lbs. 11-25% of the day may be standing or walking. We provide equal employment opportunities Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. We participate in E-Verify We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before we can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. We will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed form I-9.
