RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with client in the formulation of an Individual Recovery Plan (IRP) that is reviewed and modified with client on a regular basis;

• Provide outreach, counseling, advocacy, and other needed services to clients in any environment including: the streets, shelters, jails, hospitals, apartments, office, etc.;

• Use his or her unique recovery experience to teach and role model the value of every individual’s recovery experience. 

• Assist in developing and modeling effective coping techniques and self-help strategies.

• Assist in the development of tailored services to each client—i.e.; housing placement, independent living skills, vocational guidance, appointment escorts, integrated substance use treatment, and family counseling;

• Maintain written and computerized records, compile reports and complete other program documentation (including case notes, statistics, letters, etc.;);

• Assist clients to manage their monies, including preparing budgets with clients and computing expenses;

• Coordinate and monitor referrals to community services, and advocate client participation in them;

• Educate, inform and advocate for clients regarding benefits and entitlements (Social Security, Public Assistance, food stamps, etc.)

• Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a self-identified person currently or previously receiving mental health or co-occurring behavioral health services.

• Preference given to individuals with life experiences of homelessness and/or mental illness.

• HS Diploma/GED required; college degree helpful

• Peer Specialist Certification or training in the use of personal recovery stories in a professional setting.

• Willingness and desire to professionally use a personal recovery journey to work with others as appropriate.

• One year experience working with in a mental health program helpful

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

• Ability to maintain boundaries but comfortable using self and personal experiences as applicable

• Bilingual, (English, Spanish or other languages) highly desired.

BENEFITS: 

• 15 days of vacation 

• 11 paid holidays 

• Paid Sick and COVID Leave 

• Health Insurance (singles, partner, and family coverage offered)

• Employer sponsored HSA account to offset the cost of copays and healthcare services 

• Dental & Vision Insurance 

• Employer paid Long Term Disability

• Pathways' paid Life insurance 

• 403b Match 

• Many additional employee paid services such as legal coverage, Short Term Disability, 

• Mileage Reimbursement

• Pre-tax commuter benefits