Peer Support Specialist I

Spectrum Health & Human Services Agency Profile: Spectrum Health & Human Services respectfully partners with adults, children, and families as they recover from behavioral, emotional, mental health and/or substance related disorders by offering individualized and meaningful opportunities of hope, empowerment, and support to achieve self-defined improvements in their quality of life. LOCATION: 1280 Main Street, Buffalo SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION: Provide peer support to individuals with behavioral health issues who are enrolled in Spectrum Health & Human Services’ CCBHC. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Knowledge and demonstration of agency core values in day-to-day activities Advocacy Outreach and Engagement Self Help Tools Peer Recovery Supports and Peer Counseling Transitional Supports Pre-Crisis and Crisis Support Services Engagement, Peer Bridge Services, and Services to Assist Individuals transitioning between service systems or between residential or Inpatient Settings to the Community Self-Advocacy, Self-Efficacy Community Connections and Natural Supports Assist individuals with goals of Independent Living Skills Be a positive role model especially in sharing one’s own recovery from behavioral health issues Assist individuals in obtaining their goals as written in their Individualized Action Plans Ability to utilize electronic data systems (i.e. electronic records and computers) Assist individuals in developing WRAP plan Any other duties deemed necessary by supervisor SKILLS/COMPETENCIES: Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Excel, Power Point, Desktop Publishing, Outlook,etc. Ability to engage and connect with individuals who have a behavioral health disorder and or their families Motivational Interviewing Ability to develop a WRAP and or Wellness Management and Recovery Cognitive Behavioral Motivational Enhancement Therapy EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: NYCPS Certified Peer Specialist Credential or OASAS Certified Peer Advocate Credential(CRPA) EXPERIENCE: Preferred one (1) year work-related experience You must have a personal vehicle OTHER: Must possess a valid Driver’s License and a vehicle with an acceptable driving record Must be current or former recipient of behavioral health services who has or is receiving behavioral health services COMPENSATION: $23.00-$25.00/HOURLY