What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Peer Recovery Specialist position at Healing Hearts Treatment Center?
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Peer Specialist to join our team. This role is vital in providing support and guidance to individuals facing mental health and addiction challenges. The ideal candidate will leverage their lived experience to foster hope, resilience, and recovery in others, while promoting a positive environment for personal growth.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one support to individuals navigating mental health or addiction recovery.
- Utilize crisis management techniques to assist clients in high-stress situations.
- Engage in motivational interviewing to encourage clients toward positive behavioral changes.
- Facilitate group sessions focused on peer support and recovery strategies.
- Mentor clients by sharing personal experiences and coping strategies.
- Collaborate with mental health professionals to develop individualized care plans.
- Conduct crisis intervention when necessary, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions and progress within established systems.
- Advocate for clients’ needs within the community and healthcare systems.
Requirements
- Certification as a Peer Specialist is required.
- Experience in behavioral health or social work is preferred.
- Strong skills in crisis intervention, addiction counseling, and mental health counseling.
- Ability to effectively utilize motivational interviewing techniques.
- Excellent communication skills with a focus on empathy and understanding.
- Proven ability to mentor individuals facing similar challenges.
- Knowledge of community resources available for mental health and addiction support.
- A commitment to ongoing professional development in the field of peer support.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve by empowering them on their journey toward recovery.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Morning shift
Ability to Commute:
- Westminster, MD 21157 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Westminster, MD 21157: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20
