FPATH Certified Peer Specialist

On-siteOTHRFull-time

Aid in articulating enrolled individual's personal goals and identifying problems and barriers for recovery when requested.
Determine objectives needed to reach recovery goals.
Understand and utilize specific interventions necessary to assist in recovery goals.
Teach enrolled individual how to identify and combat issues such as negative self-talk and fears.
Absorb and facilitate the setup and maintenance of self-help (mutual support) groups.
Offer housing assistance and support to enrolled individual when requested.
Model effective coping techniques and self-help strategies.
Utilize and teach problem-solving techniques with enrolled individual and groups.
Employ personal recovery experience to role model the value of recovery.
Create and share recovery-oriented material with other CPCs at continuing education assemblies.
Review daily log and documents after each shift and communicate other staff members of any emergency situations.
Chart relevant daily interaction with clients within the peer support day program and/or support groups which provide support and assess their progress.
Participate in all relevant seminars, meetings, and trainings.
Assist in staffing the drop-in/resource center.

F-PATH Certification.
Experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.
Knowledge of forensic psychology and competency evaluations.
Peer support experience and ability to relate to others in similar situations.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Passion for helping individuals regain control over their lives and recovery process.

Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm (35 hours/week, Full-Time).

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