Registered Peer Support Specialist

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Can articulate the mission, vision and practices of the MCS program consumers.
• Communicates the practice expectations of the emergency response system to consumers, community partners, and funders.
• Responds to crisis referrals according to Choices’ policy.
• Provides back up when requested if contacted by first responders.
• Adheres to the policies and protocols established by Choices for the management of a 24/7 mobile crisis response system.
• Incorporates the guiding principles and values of Systems of Care into their interactions with youth and families, fellow team members, Choices staff and system partners.
• Communicates effectively with Choices Leadership Team to ensure collaborative efforts and proactive response to issues and concerns.
• Maintains positive working relationships with co-workers.
• Fulfills other duties as assigned to advance the mission of the Mobile Crisis Team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Some college preferred.
• Prior 2 years’ experience with behavioral health crisis response.
• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Bi-lingual skills (Spanish) a plus.
• Strongly Preferred - live in Orleans or Jefferson parish.
• Required - Registered Peer Support Specialist certification.
• Familiarity with area resources.
• Highly organized, and effectively manages multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Professionally articulate in communicating (oral and written) service expectations, strengths and needs of clients and outcomes.
• Demonstrated professionalism working in teams with internal colleagues and external audiences in both person and through various electronic media.
• Enthusiastic about advancing system change within the community.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license in the state of residence, auto insurance and reliable vehicle.

Pay

Salary: $18.00 - $20.00/hour ($37,440-$41,600 annually) dependent on experience

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous PTO plan
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program