Certified Peer Specialist IRTS

About the role

The Certified Peer Specialist plays a crucial role within the Intensive Residential Treatment Service team at SpringPath Mental Health Services. This position is dedicated to supporting individuals with mental health challenges through peer support and recovery education.

Responsibilities

• Willingness to provide peer-recovery education.
• Assist peers with assessing their unique strengths and abilities.
• Help peers with identifying, developing, and working towards recovery goals.
• Help peers with developing self-advocacy skills.
• Identify and assist peers in accessing appropriate professional resources.
• Provide education for team members regarding the recovery process.
• Implement and develop individual treatment plans.
• Participate in care coordination meetings as needed.
• Serve as a link to community resources, teach and model client self-advocacy, and act as a community liaison/educator.
• Report significant/major incidents or accidents.
• Administer and document medication.
• Adhere to data privacy practices/HIPAA.
• Assist in discharge planning.
• Document essential activities related to licensure, welfare, and safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 21 years old.
• Valid Driver’s License and car insurance.
• Completion of the MN Department of Human Services approved Certified Peer Support Specialist training and certification exam.

Qualifications

• A GED or high school diploma is required.
• An Associate of Arts degree in one of the Behavioral Sciences or Human Services is preferred.
• Demonstrate dedication to promoting recovery opportunities in the lives of peers.
• Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the agency.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and multitask.
• Proficiency with using company technology.

Skills

• Ability to utilize own lived experience of recovery to inspire recovery in the lives of peers.

Benefits

SpringPath Mental Health Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $XX.XX - $XXX.XX per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Hours are flexible and can vary based on the needs of the clients and the team.