Peer Recovery Specialist CCBHC

Posted:
11/17/2024, 4:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Richmond, Indiana, United States ⋅ Indiana, United States ⋅ Bloomington, Indiana, United States ⋅ Columbus, Indiana, United States

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

Workplace Type:
On-site

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!


JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Centerstone is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Peer Recovery Specialist to join our Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) team.  The ideal candidate will provide high-quality behavioral health services to individuals, families, and groups, focusing on promoting mental health, wellness, and recovery. 

A Peer Recovery Specialist provides emotional/informational support for program participants and their families. Assists clients with access to positive social connections and community-based or office-based recovery support services. This role will work with community partners and local stakeholders to provide comprehensive care in the community or office. As a part of the community-based or office-based team, the Peer Support Specialist will meet with individuals in office and/or their own environment such as in the client’s home, hospital, the office, schools/work, etc. This role will ensure continuity of care with clients through peer services as well as sharing their own lived experiences to provide clients with education, support, and hope. A variety of clinical training opportunities are available based on program and interest.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients and conduct outreach activities.
  • Assist clients in identifying personal recovery goals and setting objectives for each goal.
  • Provide individual and group peer support services.
  • Model effective coping techniques and self-help strategies.
  • Facilitate wraparound/recovery supports (e.g., transportation, social connection, job training, benefits enrollment) based on individual treatment plan goals.
  • Collaborate with treatment team to develop and review treatment plans.
  • Network with community stakeholders to advocate for clients.
  • Educate the community about peer support services and the peer-based philosophy.
  • Maintains departmental productivity expectations.
  • Completes all required agency trainings to maintain 100% compliance. Additional training and/or certification may be required based on specific program guidelines.
  • Understands how the job functions within the overall Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHC) model.
  • Performs all required job duties and responsibilities in accordance to CCBHC Standards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
  • Competency with electronic medical records, computer systems, and documentation.
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills in order to collaborate with team members and maintain professionalism in the community. 
  • Accountable and self-directed with daily job duties.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education Level

High school diploma or GED required.

Years of Experience

  • Lived experience with mental illness, substance use, or homelessness and/or experience gained through family member’s mental health/substance use. 
  • Experience navigating the healthcare systems and other community support resources.

Certification/Licensure

Must have a valid driver’s license.

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Range:

$18.1--$24.45

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.

Our approach to diversity is simple—it’s about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.

Centerstone

Website: https://centerstone.org/

Headquarter Location: Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Employee Count: 1001-5000

Year Founded: 1997

IPO Status: Private

Industries: Health Care ⋅ Health Diagnostics ⋅ Mental Health ⋅ Personal Health