Peer Support Specialist - 10-12 hours a week
Hope Haven is an accredited resource for disability services and advocacy. We offer service programs and support to meet a broad range of needs for children, adults, and families – from physical, mental, and intellectual to residential, vocational, and spiritual.
POSITION OVERVIEW: Peer Support Specialist (PSS) must have or had a serious mental illness and be living well in recovery. This position provides peer support services, which includes providing emotional support, coaching and training, empowerment and advocacy, to persons with a serious mental illness in their homes and/or community settings.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Provide support to other peers and assist them in reaching and maintaining their personal recovery goals.
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Promote self-determination and support peers in maintaining relationships and increasing a higher level of control and satisfaction over their lives.
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Promote skills for improving mental and physical wellbeing and increasing resiliency.
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Assist individuals with identifying and utilizing natural supports and community-based resources to reach and maintain their recovery.
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Collaborate with individuals to develop and implement their individualized treatment plan and coping/crisis plan
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When applicable, participate in interdisciplinary meetings of individuals on your caseload.
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Follow all safety procedures and promote safety measures among the team and peers.
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Timely filing of receipts and mileage into online platform.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
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Physical mobility to walk, stoop, stand, sit, and climb steps.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Have or have had a serious mental illness and are living well in recovery.
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Be at least 18 years of age.
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Must have a GED or high school diploma.
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Ability to complete required 40-hour Peer Support Specialist training within six months of hire.
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Knowledge and understanding of the "recovery" model of service delivery.
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Good written and verbal communication skills and have basic computer skills.
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Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
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Reliable Transportation.
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Provide proof of state minimum liability insurance coverage.
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Valid Class C driver’s license required, unless driving a vehicle with a capacity of 8 or more, then a Class “D” license will be required and be an insurable driver with our insurance company.
If this all sounds like a good fit, you are here for a reason. Apply today. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and scheduling. And you’ll be able to put your gifts to good use, which comes with its own amazing rewards.
Other details
- Pay Type Hourly
- Min Hiring Rate $15.00
- Max Hiring Rate $16.00
- Orange City, 400 Central, Suite 500, Orange City, Iowa, United States of America