Forensic Peer Support Specialist

Responsibilities:

-Functions as Peer Support Specialist for returning citizens who are being released from the Lancaster County Prison. All reentering individuals will identify as being in recovery from a substance use disorder -Must utilize personal lived experience to support and guide individuals as they establish themselves in the community -Position must be able to engage and build rapport with inmates pre-release and work with prison re-entry team to establish recovery/ reentry plan and prepare inmate for release. -Completes a “warm handoff” process at the time of inmate release and continue with supportive peer work in the community
- Conduct assessments and evaluations of individuals involved in the criminal justice system
- Provide crisis intervention and support to individuals experiencing mental health or behavioral health issues
- Develop/ implement Recovery Plans for clients based on their specific needs and goals
- Collaborate with other professionals, such as Adult Probation, Community Social Services, and Drug & Alcohol Treatment and Recovery services - Completes and maintains security training for the Lancaster County Prison and can successfully complete a background screening. -Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to engage clients in the recovery process
- Provide education and support to clients' families and caregivers
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records

Requirements:

_Must be able to obtain clearances from Lancaster County to work in the Adult Probation office and the County Prison. Must be willing to disclose ALL past charges. Many are acceptable as long as they are more than 3 years old. May not have ANY open charges and MUST be off probation for at least 1 year.

-Must be able to supply professional letters of support/reference from a minimum of 3 sources. -Must have or agree to obtain a PA State Certified Recovery Specialist designation within 1 year of hire
- Relevant experience in crisis management, addiction recovery, or mental health counseling preferred -Must understand medication-assisted recovery, including suboxone, Subutex, Sublocaid, and methadone treatment and must be able to provide supportive services in an unbiased manner that respects individual choice. -Strong understanding of behavioral health issues and treatment modalities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work and communicate effectively in a team setting
- Familiarity with community resources and referral networks
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines -Must have a strong personal support system in place. -Desirable that the applicant has a strong optimistic and positive disposition. -Must have a valid PA Driver’s License

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.71 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• personal recovery: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Mount Joy, PA 17552 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mount Joy, PA 17552