Peer Support Specialist - Recovery

About the role

Ravenwood Health is hiring a Mental Health Peer Support Specialist due to exciting program expansion. If you are passionate about making a positive impact, thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment, and value work-life balance, we want to hear from you! Join us in our mission to create meaningful change and build a brighter future together.

Responsibilities

• Mentor individuals in recovery by reassuring individuals about the reality of the recovery process, promote personal empowerment, and set and achieve goals via a consumer developed recovery plan
• Coordinate and facilitate recovery related groups as needed to address symptoms and behaviors through processes that assist an individual
• Support development of Life Skills as needed such as budgeting, and connecting to community resources
• Model personal responsibility for recovery
• Teach skills to effectively navigate the health care delivery system to effectively and efficiently utilize services
• Assist with accessing and developing natural support systems in the community
• Promote coordination and linkage among providers
• Conduct outreach as needed
• Crisis intervention and stabilization as needed
• Attend and participate in treatment team, department and agency meetings as required
• Aid in the development of empowerment skills through self-advocacy and activities that mitigate discrimination and inspire hope

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Must have and maintain Ohio MHAS Certified Peer Recovery Support certification in good standing
• Must possess valid Ohio driver's license and a driving record that does not preclude the employee from being covered by Agency liability insurance
• Be able to pass an FBI/BCI background check

Qualifications

• Self-identifies as being in recovery from a mental illness or a substance use disorder

Skills

• Understanding of systems of care, natural support systems, entitlements and benefits, crisis response, medications, culture, trauma informed care, diversity competence, human trafficking, and peer recovery services
• Knowledge of characteristics of populations served as it relates to symptoms, medications, culture, age, gender, sexual orientation and human development
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to effectively work with Agency employees, outside contacts, and a diverse client population

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Generous Time Off
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Financial Security
• Supportive Environment

Pay

Competitive Salary: We offer a salary package that reflects your skills, experience, and contributions.

Schedule

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected for training purposes.

Contact

If you are passionate about making a positive impact, thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment, and value work-life balance, we want to hear from you! Join us in our mission to create meaningful change and build a brighter future together.

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