Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Are you looking to join a company that makes a difference? Do you want to be part of an organization with a commitment to an inclusive and supportive culture? Do you enjoy company-wide staff events with opportunities for team building and getting to know your co-workers? Join our team of compassionate, empathetic, and dedicated staff!

With a career at Riveon Mental Health and Recovery, you’ll partner with a talented group of individuals in a team atmosphere, including a supportive and knowledgeable leadership team. You’ll also have access to a wealth of opportunities for your personal growth and development.

Summary :

A Peer Recovery Support Specialist provides peer support to clients in recovery. The Peer Supporter is an individual with a direct lived experience of a mental health and / or substance use disorder who are in recovery.

Essential Functions :

Peer Recovery Support Specialist acts as a role model for clients with a mental health or co-occurring mental health and substance used disorder in order to facilitate recovery by using variety of techniques; instructs persons about services provided to aid in recovery; mentors persons with a mental illness or co-occurring mental health or substance use disorder & others in the recovery process; provides information & assists persons with applying for supplemental programs; assists persons with completing forms; develops services & supports to identify service & support gaps for individuals with mental health or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders; participates on treatment teams with person’s consent; collaborates to assist with intake / discharge planning; monitors person’s satisfaction. Acts as a liaison between persons & staff : relays information to medical doctors / clinicians, Client’s Rights Officer, other staff with need to know to aid in problem solving; coordinates responses to inquiries, as appropriate, to state & local partners; conducts presentations & offers technical assistance to all stakeholders including but not limited to Medicaid, board Associations, provider associations, County Boards of Mental Health, guardians & family members. Participates on committees; participates on OhioMHAS Certified Peer Recovery Supporter technical assistance calls; provides staff intern / patient training on peer service delivery. Documents information as directed by supervisor.

Requirements :

General Requirements : Must adhere to the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board's Chemical Dependency Code of Ethics and demonstrate an understanding of addiction as an illness. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Good computer skills required. Must have the ability to effectively work with agency employees, outside contacts, and a diverse client population. Must possess valid Driver’s License and have a good driving record (insurable through agency's automobile insurance carrier.)

Educational Requirements : High School Diploma or GED required.

Certification Requirements : Valid Certified Peer Recovery Supporter (APS).

Amount of Travel : Travel between Cuyahoga and Lorain county locations is required.

Hours : Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday (1st shift days)

Salary Range : Salary commensurate with licensure and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug Free Workplace. We value our team members and provide an excellent total rewards package of benefits and perks designed to be customizable to your specific needs.

Our Total Rewards Package – What We Offer :

• Inclusive Culture with a Team Atmosphere
• Collaborative environment dedicated to clinical excellence
• Company-Wide All Staff Events - have fun while Teambuilding
• Wellness Programs and Activities
• Up to 41 days off per year (32 days of paid time off plus 9 paid holidays)
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Jury Duty Time
• Parental Leave
• Company Supported Continuing Education & Certification
• PPO & HDHP Health Plan Options
• Flexible Dental & Vision Plan Options
• Company Funded Health Savings Account
• Company-Sponsored FSA and DSA Tax Savings Accounts
• 100% Company Paid EAP Emotional Well-Being Support
• 100% Company Paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• 100% Company Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Added Value Benefits including :

Critical Illness Plans for Employee and Family

Riveon Mental Health and Recovery Our customers discover their path to recovery with us—where help is always here, always ready. As their single point of access to the full spectrum of behavioral health services, we’re here for our communities 24 / 7, offering immediate support and continuous care for every age and diagnosis. Helping individuals find the help they need in one place, in an environment where they always belong.

Brand Values : Our unconditional commitment to the quality of care and the way care is provided by our staff and experienced by our clients and the community is reflected in our brand pillars :