Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Brief Description

LEAD is a substance use diversion service that works with behavioral health providers to divert low-level drug offenders to treatment and support services instead of jail and prosecution. Lead Coordinators assist participants in connecting to intensive interventions like detox, ACT, residential treatment, MAT, and other support services.

Target Population

• Adult men and women (ages 18+) with a history of low-level criminal behavior related to drug abuse
• Individuals arrested for low-level drug offenses
• Individuals arrested for sex selling to support their drug use

Education And/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Prior computer experience using computerized Medical Records and scheduling systems preferred
• Basic math skills
• PRSS certification for West Virginia prior to start

Position Details

• Initiate and sustain individuals in recovery from substance use
• Promote individual’s recovery by acting as a guide/mentor
• Help individuals discover, access, and utilize ways to remain substance free or reduce harm
• Link and refer individuals to resources for harm reduction, detoxification, treatment, family support, and education, and local or online support groups
• Absorb and follow through with a change plan for recovery
• Offer hope and help to avoid relapse, build community support for recovery, and work on life goals
• Provide supportive counseling services within the scope of training and competencies
• Document activities and services in a complete, accurate, and timely manner
• Maintain a level of service delivery consistent with Westbrook expectations and standards
• Work with staff, consumers, and others in a professional, cooperative, ethical, respectful, and effective manner
• Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations
• Maintain confidentiality of all consumer information and comply with HIPAA and 42 CFR part 2 regulations
• Maintain a level of attendance consistent with Westbrook Health Services’ policy
• Demonstrate knowledge of and support Westbrook Health Services’ mission, vision, values, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and code of ethical behavior

Qualification Requirements

• Able to communicate clearly and accurately with a variety of individuals
• Work well in a team environment
• Ability to develop and make presentations to diverse groups of people, public speaking
• Able to work with a diverse group of people
• State Peer Certification
• Minimum of 24 months sobriety and no recent law enforcement involvement

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Short and long term disability
• Critical illness
• Accident
• Pet insurance coverage options
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid training

Physical Requirements

• Office/Community environment
• Operate standard office equipment and keyboards
• Walk short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials
• Lift 20 pounds

Summary

The professionals at Westbrook Health Services believe in promoting the well-being of individuals and families struggling with a wide range of challenges. Our staff meets the needs of over 7,000 people annually. Experienced and compassionate, we empower people to achieve wellness with the guidance of our knowledgeable and experienced staff. Westbrook provides Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made based upon an individual’s skills and qualifications without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, disability as defined in the law, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy and related conditions, genetic information, gender identity or any status or characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Westbrook also prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon the perception of those characteristics or any association with a person who is perceived to have any of those characteristics. Discrimination based on any of these factors is totally inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated at any time. Qualified individuals with bona fide disabilities, as the term “disability” is defined in the law, are entitled to reasonable accommodations in the application process and in their employment. Although Westbrook is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations, the responsibility for identifying whether accommodation is needed and what constitutes a reasonable accommodation is shared jointly by the employee and Westbrook.