Peer Support Specialist

All applicants must submit an application and child questionnaire for consideration of employment. You can obtain an application and child questionnaire through our career's website using the link below:

http://elbowoodshealth.com/careers/

POSITION SUMMARY:

The MAT Peer Support Specialist will work directly with the patients of the MAT program and encourage them along their pathway to recovery. The Peer Support Specialist is someone that has lived experience either personally or have helped someone go through the process of recovery. The Peer Support Specialist will assist the Project Director in facilitating the different talking circles, re-fill groups, outreach events, etc. The Peer Support Specialist will help teach the patients how to live a balance and sober lifestyle by sharing their stories and tips from their own recovery process, teaching them life skills, having multiple points of contact with them through the week, etc. This position falls under the supervision of the MAT Project Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Assist patients of the program with general life activities while they are in the recovery program.
• Ensure patients can attend program meetings and medical appointments by offering transportation services.
• Assist in the operations of the program talking circles and other events.
• Represents EMHC in a highly professional matter.
• Demonstrates respect and understanding of confidentiality for patients, staff and others according to policy and HIPAA regulation.
• Participates in EMHC staff meetings, assigned committees, community events, and other meetings as instructed or deemed necessary.
• Actively strives to educate the community on the mission, vision and values of EMHC in a positive approach to assist in the growth of the organization and assist our community in its healthcare needs.
• Adheres to and abides the policies and procedures of the MHA Nation and of the Elbowoods Memorial Health Center.
• Adheres to the Mission, Vision and Values of the Elbowoods Memorial Health Center; and Attend training as required.

NOTE: The duties listed are not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties assigned any individual employee are at the discretion of the appointing authority.

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

The requirement for managing of others does not exist

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must have 6 months of experience of working in a recovery center or related department
• Must have or have the ability to obtain a Peer Support Specialist Certification.
• Must have excellent communication skills and pay attention to detail.
• Cognitive knowledge, skills, abilities as related to the position.
• Computer literate and basic proficiency with Microsoft office and other database software. i.e. RPMS/EHR.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of the organization.
• Operate standard office equipment.
• Familiarity with MHA Nation culture, values, and traditions.
• Must be punctual, reliable, dependable, and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record from the North Dakota Department of Motor Vehicle.
• Must submit to a Criminal Records Background Check.
• Must submit to an Alcohol/Drug Screen and random testing as per policy.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed in an office and outdoor environment with varying conditions of noise level, temperature, and illumination.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate keyboard, computer and other office equipment.
• Work situations may be stressful and require irregular hours.
• Potential exposure to blood and other hazardous material, communicable diseases, and other conditions common in a health care environment.
• Work is performed inside and in the outdoors with exposure to unpredictable crisis situations.
• Shift work may be required.
• Extensive walking is required since interaction between all disciplines within the health care operations and management is required.
• Travel may be required to accomplish organizational goals.
• Telework is a privilege not a right. Management can revoke the telework option at any time which will require the work to be performed onsite.
• Telework travel reimbursement is reviewed on a case-by-case basis only.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job:

A. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

B. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

C. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

D. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

E. Must be alert, oriented, ability to perform with accuracy and be self-conscious of surroundings at all times.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Experience:

• Addiction counseling: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• New Town, ND 58763: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25