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University Staff Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine | Department of Psychiatry | Addiction Research & Treatment Services (ARTS) | Adult Outpatient Program

Job Title : Peer Recovery Specialist - Patient Services

Position : #00828232 - Requisition : #35187

Job Summary :

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks three full-time, University Staff (non-classified) Peer Recovery Specialistswithin the Addiction Research and Treatment Services (ARTS) Adult Outpatient Program, with clinic locations in Denver, Aurora, and Arvada. The ARTS Adult Outpatient Program is within the School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry. ARTS Adult Outpatient clinics provide drug and alcohol assessment, psychosocial and pharmacological treatment for adults. Programs in various clinic locations include traditional outpatient, intensive outpatient and may contain specialty services for clients referred by the criminal justice system, county departments of human services, and services for pregnant women, individuals who are HIV-positive and gender-responsive services.

The person in this position is an individual with lived substance use disorder (SUD) experience to support positions providing drug and alcohol assessment, psychosocial, and pharmacological treatment for adults with substance use disorder (SUD), who first enter into care at ARTS Adult Outpatient Program clinic locations, ARTS Medication Mobile Unit, or through other medical / clinical settings such as the UC Health hospital. Peer Recovery Specialists can often use their own experiences to help patients navigate through their journey of recovery from SUD by offering practical advice and emotional support that can help patients feel empowered and not alone. Peer Recovery Specialists can help clients identify their strengths and coping strategies, as well as offer guidance on how to manage any life challenges. These positions help patients to feel confident, and provide patients with support from an experienced, knowledgeable, and compassionate ally who is dedicated to helping them live a healthier, fulfilling lifestyle and to achieve their goals through recovery.

This is a full-time, University Staff (non-classified) position that provides activities to engage, educate, and offer support to adults with SUD, their family members, and caregivers to connect patients to prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up sessions. This position is also responsible for conducting outreach activities with patients, staff, community partners, subcontracted agencies, and / or other entities as appropriate, travel to various sites, and perform other duties as assigned or required.

Working hours are based on a standard 40-hour work week, to include breaks, as follows :

• 6 : 00am-2 : 30pm on Mondays to Fridays.

Note : The above working hours and locations may be subject to change according to the needs of the clinic, and this position may be required to work periodically on some weeknights and / or some Saturdays or Sundays, to represent ARTS at outreach events for example.

Important : Applicants MUST have personal, lived experience with Substance Use Disorder (SUD), and recovery from the SUD / addiction, with existing sustained sobriety and supports.

Key Responsibilities :

Work Location :

Onsite - the person in this position is expected to work onsite and is located in Denver, Aurora, or Arvada, Colorado.

Why Join Us :

This position at the University of Colorado / Addiction Research and Treatment Services (ARTS) provides a unique opportunity for individuals with lived experience and recovery from SUDs to use, in turn, their specialized knowledge and experience to provide care, assistance and support of individuals currently living with SUD. The individual in this position, through their words and actions, will have a direct influence on helping others with SUD to set themselves on a path to recovery and make health lifestyle choices. In addition, by joining ARTS, employees will be actively engaged in a supportive, professional, and nurturing environment where individuals with various backgrounds and experiences converge and collaborate to provide an evidence-based, multi-faceted approach to provide the best treatment and care to every patient who comes into care at ARTS clinics.

ARTS promotes the continued development of its employees and assists in the CCAR Recovery Coach Academy training and the Colorado Peer and Family Specialist (CPFS) certification.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including :

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Diversity and Equity :

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Conditions of Employment

How to Apply :

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s) :

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position. Candidate's cover letter must adequately describe how their work / life experiences satisfy the above Conditions of Employment. If candidates do not satisfy this requirement and / or fail to attach a cover letter to their application, then their application will be removed from consideration.

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.

Questions should be directed to : Michael Sullivan, Program Director of Quality Assurance, ARTS Adult Outpatient Program, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins :

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by November 1st, 2024 . Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range :

The starting salary range ( or hiring range ) for this position has been established as $42,948 - $49,826 .

The above salary range ( or hiring range ) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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ADA Statement :

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected].

Background Check Statement :

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement :

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Qualifications

Application Materials Required : Cover Letter, Resume / CV, List of References Job Category : Health Care Primary Location : Aurora Department : U0001 Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20280 - SOM-PSYCH-ARTS SP / G Schedule : Full-time Posting Date : Oct 14, 2024 Unposting Date : Ongoing Posting Contact Name : Michael Sullivan Posting Contact Email : [email protected] Position Number : 00828232