About this position Description Qualifications About JPS **Req #:** 23617

**Category:** BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

**Division:** Behavioral Health

**Employment Type:** Full Time

**Shift:** Day

**Hours:** 11:30A-8P

**Compensation Type:** Hourly

**Facility:** Trinity Springs Pavilion for Psychiatric Services

**Location:** 1500 S. Main Street, Fort Worth, TX Description Job Description: **Description:** The DSRIP Peer Support Specialist will serve as an advocate; provide consumer information and peer support services to consumers and their families in order to assist in the process of patients maintaining their personal recovery and wellness.

Typical Duties:

- Supports consumers in articulating the objectives necessary to reach their recovery and wellness goals.

- Supports consumer in determining recovery and wellness interventions based on consumers life goals.

- Supports non-consumer staff in identifying program environments that are conducive to recovery; lend their unique insight into mental illness and what makes recovery possible.

- Informs consumers about community and natural supports and how to utilize these in the recovery process.

- Works collaboratively with treatment team members.

- Refers and assists clients in obtaining necessary supportive services and provide input concerning service shortfalls and successes.

- Performs other related job duties as assigned.

**Qualifications** **Qualifications:**

**Required Education and Experience:** * Self-identified person currently or formerly receiving mental health services; or a family member of an individual who is a current or former recipient of addictions or mental health services.

**Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:**

* Certification in Non-violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) required but may be obtained 90 days subsequent to hire.

* BCLS certification required but may be obtained 90 days subsequent to hire.

**Required Specialized Training:**

* Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Word and Excel.

**Preferred Education and Experience:**

* High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.

**Preferred Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:**

* Certification as a Peer Support Specialist.

Location Address:

1500 S. Main Street

Fort Worth, Texas, 76104

United States

**Our Community**

JPS Health Network has been named best hospital in the United States by *Washington Monthly Magazine*simply put, we offer the best care to the people of Tarrant County, TX, and we are here to serve everyone, regardless of social or economic status. Come help us make a difference in our community.

At JPS our mission isnt to chase awards or seek recognition; we are dedicated to providing the best care we can to the people of Tarrant County. We are always looking for dedicated, caring individuals to join our team and contribute not only to our success, but also to the success and health of our community.

**Who We Are**

JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported health care system in North Texas. Licensed for 578 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Fort Worth, with John Peter Smith Hospitalhome to Tarrant Countys first and only Level 1 Trauma Center, only psychiatric emergency services site, and the largest hospital-based family medicine residency program in the nationand more than 40 community-based clinics. All told, our network employs more than 7,200 people.

Acclaim is our multispecialty medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving the JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance outcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.

Were more than a hospital. Were 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. As community stewards, we abide by three rules:

- **Own it.** Everyone who wears the JPS badge contributes to our journey to excellence.

- **Seek joy.** Every day, every shift, we celebrate our patients, smile, and emphasize positivity.

- **Dont be a jerk.** Everyone is treated with courtesy and respect. Smiling, laughter, compassionkey components of our everyday experience at JPS.

When working here, youre surrounded by passion, diversity, and dedication. We look forward to meeting you!

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