What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support Specialist Lead position at Franklin County Department of Human Resources?
The primary purpose of the Peer Support Specialist Lead will be overseeing and providing program development, training content, and quality assurance of the Peer Support functions and services.
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The PSSL shall function as a role model and leader using their professional and personal experiences to develop meaningful and trusting relationships with Peer Support staff and assigned clients. Responsible for the development and implementation of a robust, standardized, and responsive training agenda for newly hired and experienced Peer staff to include initial on-boarding and monthly continuous learning experiences. Provide task oriented, educational and reflective/consultive feedback to Peer staff focused on professional development, self-care and wellness, and adherence to client centered best practices in the field of peer support services. Effectively communicates job and service expectations to Peer Support Staff and enforces service expectations through monitoring, coaching, and constructive feedback.
Work closely with agency leadership, program directors and supervisors to support a culture of continuous improvement and quality assurance of all OJPP direct service programs. Monitor the delivery of peer support services and accessibility and quality of services offered by Peer Support Staff in collaboration with Peer Support Supervisors. Assures compliance with established protocols, policies and procedures and identifies opportunities to update existing practices and policies. Responsible for performing routine and random audits of client case management system to support quality and consistent documentation practices.
Works to increase level of cultural sensitivity, awareness and competency regarding Person Centered, Trauma Informed, Peer Support Services. Conducts monthly check-ins with all Peer Support staff and where requested, participate in supervisory meetings with staff. Attend and participate in agency wide meetings, case staffing, and direct service program meetings as requested. Serve as a Peer Support Specialist for assigned caseload providing engagement, support, and encouragement via regular telephone, email, text and in person contacts.
Assist peer in gaining information and support from the community to develop mastery over their own recovery, to include but not limited to attendance in a variety of pro-social activities, Twelve Step and other recovery support groups, exposing them to treatment, other supportive services options and community resources, i.e., communities of recovery, educational, vocational, social, cultural, spiritual, life skills development opportunities, etc. Provide opportunities for the peer to practice self-efficacy and advocacy through activities promoting accountability, empowerment, and self-determination.
As directed, develop a community-based peer support group for individuals recently released from local and/or state incarceration intended to provide hope and a forum for shared positive interaction, teaching of problem solving, coping mechanisms and other life skills, activities, etc.
Bachelor’s degree is human service field and Peer Support Specialist Certification with a minimum of two years documented experience working with individuals with a mental health and/or substance use disorder.
Must be certified through the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services as a Peer Recovery Supporter Supervisor. Must meet background check requirements.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None required.
Salary : $27
