Peer Recovery Specialist

St Johns Community HealthCompton, CA, US

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

The Peer Recovery Specialist position counsels and advises individuals with alcohol, tobacco, drug, and / or other addictions, such as gambling or and eating disorders. May counsel individuals, families or groups or engage in prevention programs.

Benefits :

Free Medical, Dental & Vision
13 Paid Holidays + PTO
403 (B) retirement match
Life insurance, EAP
Tuition Reimbursement
SEIU Union
Flexible Spending Account
Continued workforce development & training
Opportunities for growth

Required Skills / Qualifications :

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or AA

Experience : (Required)

Minimum of two years’ experience as a Substance Abuse Counselor or work-related experience in a community behavioral health environment.

Experience and knowledge of multi-ethnic and underserved communities.

Bilingual in Spanish and English (Required).

Demonstrated experience in a Managed Care setting or Drug Medical setting.

Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation.

Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral disorders.

Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.

Licensure / Certification :

CADC-II

Employees are responsible for maintaining individual certifications as required by job function or by law and provide verification and recertification when requested by management.

Valid CA Driver’s License, registration, comprehensive car insurance coverage and car are required for travel to different sites.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs a combination, but not necessarily all, of the following duties :

Counsel clients and patients, individually and in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, and making changes.

Complete and maintain accurate records and reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, and other required information.

Develop client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories.

Review and evaluate clients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans.

Interview clients, review records, and confer with other professionals to evaluate individuals' mental and physical condition, and to determine their suitability for participation in a specific program.

Intervene as advocate for clients or patients to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.

Provide clients or family members with information about addiction issues and about available services and programs, making appropriate referrals when necessary.

Modify treatment plans to comply with changes in client status.

Coordinate counseling efforts with mental health professionals and other health professionals such as doctors, nurses, and social workers.

Plan and implement follow-up and aftercare programs for clients to be discharged from treatment programs.

Conduct chemical dependency program orientation sessions.

Counsel family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients or patients.

Participate in case conferences and staff meetings.

Coordinate activities with courts, probation officers, community services and other post-treatment agencies.

Confer with family members or others close to clients to keep them informed of treatment planning and progress.

Follow progress of discharged patients to determine effectiveness of treatments.

Other responsibilities as assigned by Supervisor.

St. John’s Community Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

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