Peer Support Specialist

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Provides emotional/informational support for program participants and their families. Assists clients with access to positive social connections and community-based or office-based recovery support services. This role will work with community partners and local stakeholders to provide comprehensive care in the community or office. As a part of the community-based or office-based team, the Peer Support Specialist will meet with individuals in office and/or their own environment such as in the client’s home, hospital, the office, schools/work, etc. This role will ensure continuity of care with clients through peer services as well as sharing their own lived experiences to provide clients with education, support, and hope. A variety of clinical training opportunities are available based on program and interest.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients and conduct outreach activities.
• Assist clients in identifying personal recovery goals and setting objectives for each goal.
• Provide individual and group peer support services.
• Model effective coping techniques and self-help strategies. Facilitate wraparound/recovery supports (e.g., transportation, social connection, job training, benefits enrollment) based on individual treatment plan goals.
• Collaborate with treatment team to develop and review treatment plans. Network with community stakeholders to advocate for clients.
• Educate the community about peer support services and the peer-based philosophy.
• Completes all required agency trainings to maintain 100% compliance.
• Maintains departmental productivity expectations. Additional training and/or certification may be required based on specific program guidelines.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Competency with electronic medical records, computer systems, and documentation. 
• Strong interpersonal communication skills in order to collaborate with team members and maintain professionalism in the community. 
• Accountable and self-directed with daily job duties.
• Knowledge of community resources or ability to learn quickly. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level

High school diploma or GED required.

Years of Experience       

• Lived experience with mental illness, substance use, or homelessness and/or experience gained through family member’s mental health/substance use. 
• Experience navigating the healthcare systems and other community support resources. 
• Experience working with individuals with mental health or substance use concerns preferred.

Certification/Licensure 

• Must have a valid FL driver’s license.
• Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (CRPS) Certification must be obtained within one year of employment start date.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing – 20%

Sitting – 80%

Squatting – Occasional

Kneeling – Occasional

Bending – Occasional

Driving – Occasional

Lifting – Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

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Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage

• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• 403b retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off and ten paid holidays

• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)

• Employee Resource Groups

• Continuing education opportunities

• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.