Peer Support Specialist

CIRCLE THE CITY
Phoenix, AZ Other
POSTED ON 6/8/2024

Job Details

Job Location:    Midtown Medical Respite Center - Phoenix, AZ
Salary Range:    Undisclosed

Description

Summary of Position: The purpose of this full-time benefitted eligible position is to champion the needs of the patients at the medical respite program by providing a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment.  The peer support specialist will assist in reaching long-term and short-term goals both in and out of respite.   This is a safety-sensitive position.

Essential Responsibilities:

Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Assist with admissions, discharges, and familiarity with the respite center
  • Support substance use  recovery in a harm reduction and trauma-informed manner
  • Works in conjunction with the RN Program Manager to enhance the respite program and promote services
  • Will help plan and implement groups in collaboration with the Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC), focused on optimal mental health including topics centered on well-being, motivational interviewing, distress tolerance, coping skills, etc.
  • Responds to urgent situations as they arise in a trauma-informed manner
  • Completes required documentation in electronic health record as required
  • Participate in group and individual supervision
  • Provides excellent customer service creating an environment of collaboration
  • Attend required meetings and complete mandatory training
  • May be required to provide transportation on an as needed basis
  • Performs other duties as required

 

Qualifications


Qualifications:

            Basic Knowledge/Skills:

  • Basic knowledge of principles of behavioral health recovery
  • Able to obtain vital signs accurately
  • Proficient in reading and writing skills in English
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment
  • Ability to apply critical thinking and respond calmly to challenging situations
  • Demonstrates interest in working with an underserved population
  • BLS Certification

 

Experience:

  • High school diploma or General Education Development (GED)
  • Lived experience required
  • Completion of Peer Support training and Peer Support certification
  • Fingerprint clearance card required
  • Minimum 1 year  experience in the behavioral health field
  • Experience in a medical environment highly desirable
  • Bi-lingual- Spanish highly desired
  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Valid Arizona driver’s license, in effect for at least 3 years

 

Physical and Mental Requirements:

  • Position requires extended periods of sitting and standing
  • Position requires regular bending and reaching
  • Must be able to lift, carry and push 20 pounds on an occasional basis
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis

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