What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Recovery Specialist- Crisis Receiving Center position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Peer Recovery Specialist- Crisis Receiving Center
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
CHES INT BEHAV HEALTHC
Division
CIBH MENTAL HLTH SVC
Requisition Number
2025045
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
Overnight shift in a 24 hour program
Scheduled days are flexible.
11:30 p.m.-8:00 a.m. with a 30 min lunch
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Scheduled days are flexible.
11:30 p.m.-8:00 a.m. with a 30 min lunch
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA (216 Great Bridge Blvd)
Position Driving Requirement
O - Occasional
Pay Grade
GE04
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$37,823-$50,000 Starting salary range
Actual starting salary depends on education and relevant experience.
Actual starting salary depends on education and relevant experience.
Job Description
The Peer Recovery Specialist operates as part of a comprehensive 23-Hour Crisis Stabilization team by using lived experience with mental illness and/or substance use and recovery to model wellness, recovery, and resiliency.
Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Health (CIBH) is seeking a Peer Recovery Specialist to support peers in their mental health and/or substance use recovery by modeling personal responsibility, self-advocacy, and wellness via telling your recovery story; assisting them in identifying personal recovery goals; and developing and utilizing recovery plans with the skills, strengths, supports, and resources to aid them in achieving those goals. This position specifically works to support individuals who are in crisis and to help promote post-crisis growth.
Typical Tasks Include:
Typical Tasks Include:
- Provides crisis support by interacting with peers in crisis.
- Provides information about service options.
- Informs and assists with accessing community resources, services, and benefits.
- Provides post-crisis follow up to ensure service connection.
- Coordinates transportation as needed for individuals from the hospital emergency department to their apartment, home, or other residential settings to support the resolution of a behavioral health crisis.
- Documents services in the client electronic health record.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications
Vocational/Educational Requirement:
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, or related field.
Experience:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this job class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, or related field.
Experience:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this job class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
- Must complete Virginia Department of Behavioral Health Developmental Services (DBHDS) Peer Recovery Specialist Training and become certified as a Peer Recovery Specialist in the state of Virginia and possess within one year of hire.
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.
Special Requirement:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
VA Peer Certification Required.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
01/21/2025
Job Close Date
02/11/2025
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please ensure that either Full Time or Part Time is indicated for each Employment entry listed on the resume/application.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Sitting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Walking
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Lifting
N = Never
Lifting Amount
N/A
Carrying
Never- Never occurs.
Carrying Weight
N/A
Pushing/Pulling
N = Never
Pushing/Pulling Weight
N/A
Reaching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Handling
N = Never
Fine Dexterity
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Kneeling
N = Never
Crouching
Never- Never occurs.
Crawling
Never- Never occurs.
Bending
Never- Never occurs.
Twisting
N = Never
Climbing
Never- Never occurs.
Balancing
Never- Never occurs.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Foot Controls
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
general office equipment, laptop, cellphones, fax, copier
Protective Equipment Required
n/a
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
N = Never
Chemical Hazards
N = Never
Electrical Hazards
N = Never
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
S = Seasonally
Physical Danger or Abuse
S = Seasonally
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
N = Never
Extreme Temperatures
N = Never
Noise and Vibration
N = Never
Fumes and Odors
N = Never
Wetness/Humidity
N = Never
Darkness or Poor Lighting
N = Never
Primary Work Location
Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
Yes, other Peers or supervisor.
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
Salary : $37,823 - $50,000
