Behavioral Health Certified Peer Support Specialist/ PT

About the role

We are hiring for a Behavioral Health Certified Peer Support Specialist/PT position at RHA Health Services. This role provides highly individualized services in the community and promotes self-determination and decision-making for individuals with mental health or substance abuse issues. The position also serves as an advocate and collaborates with the team to foster a culture of respect and integration of individual perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Provides support and assistance to individuals in regaining control over their recovery processes.
• Works as a role model for recovery and coping skills.
• Affirms and integrates the views and preferences of individuals into treatment and community activities.
• Serves as an advocate for individuals supported.
• Assists in identifying and achieving personal goals for individuals.
• Participates in community activities and helps individuals live more independently.

Requirements

• Must meet the requirements of Certified Peer Support Specialist.
• Physical requirements include lifting up to 15 lbs, pulling up to 10 lbs, squatting, kneeling, crawling, crouching, climbing, and stooping.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in CPR from the floor level.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Certified Peer Support Specialist program.
• Experience working with individuals with mental health or substance abuse issues.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of mental health and substance abuse issues.
• Ability to provide support and advocacy.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Benefits

• Payactiv: early access to earned money before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program.
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only).
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only).
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Wellbeing Programs: physical, emotional, and financial health support.
• Chronic disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees).
• Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details about schedules are not specified in the job posting.