COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSOCIATE B/PEER SPECIALIST GRANT FUNDED, BLUE RIDGE CENTER- CHARLOTTESVILLE (FT)
General Statement of Responsibilities
This is a FLSA non-exempt position. This is a grant-funded position and employment is contingent upon continued grant support. The incumbent serves as a Community Services Associate B-Peer Support Specialist at Blue Ridge Center and is responsible for engaging with and connecting individuals to BRC groups and resources as well as providing emotional and recovery support services to individuals over the age of 18, with mental health and/or co-occurring disorders in the Region Ten catchment area. Incumbent will offer support and education to BRC members and individuals in attendance. The incumbent reports to the Program Manager of Blue Ridge Center and performs duties by proceeding in consort with other treatment providers. The CSA B is expected to perform duties as specified and according to the policies of Region Ten Community Services Board, as well as those of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS).
Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalency is required. A Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
Experience: Personal experience in recovery is required. Incumbent will have at least 1-3 years of experience in a related field is preferred. Sustained recovery is recommended.
Certification/License: Certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist is preferred. Certification is required to be pursued within 1 year of employment. To ensure the safe and efficient operation of the program, a valid Virginia Driver’s License plus an acceptable driving record as issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles are required. For business use of a personal car, a certificate of valid personal automobile insurance must be provided.
Position Location
100 Burnett St. Charlottesville, VA 22902
Hourly Salary Range
Grade 8: (Non-Credentialed) $19.11 - $28.66 per hour
Grade 9: (Credentialed) $21.02 - $31.53 per hour
Schedule
Full Time (Non-Exempt)