What are the responsibilities and job description for the COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSOCIATE III/PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST, WOMEN'S CENTER - CHARLOTTESVILLE (FT) position at Region Ten CSB?
REQ#: 36000047
General Statement Of Responsibilities
This is a FLSA non-exempt position. The incumbent serves as a CSA III Peer Provider for the Women’s Center and is responsible for providing recovery support services for residents of the Women’s Center, using his/her own life experience in order to coach and support residents in their recovery. The incumbent will work collaboratively with other Women’s Center staff to provide support and education for residents.
The incumbent reports to the Director III, Women’s Center. He/she is expected to perform duties as specified and according to the policies of Region Ten Community Services Board, as well as those of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS).
Qualifications/Position Specific Information
Incumbent will have at least 1-3 years of experience in a related field. High School Diploma or Equivalency required. A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Personal experience in recovery is required; 2 years of sobriety is recommended. Certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist is preferred. Certification is required to be pursued within 1 year of employment. To ensure the safe and efficient operation of the program, a valid Virginia Driver’s License plus an acceptable driving record as issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles are required. For business use of a personal car, a certificate of valid personal automobile insurance must be provided. TB test/screening required
In addition, the incumbent needs to possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Knowledge of: Issues affecting women who have substance use disorders and/or those in recovery. Co-occurring disorders and the interplay of SA and MH.
Skills in: Substance addiction counseling, peer support, group therapy, trauma informed care, engaging resistant or difficult clients. Word processing and computer operation.
POSITION LOCATION: Women’s Center
Region Ten Community Services Board
Charlottesville, Virginia 22903
GRADE: 8
SCHEDULE: Full Time, 40 hours weekly; Some evenings and weekend hrs. depending on program need
General Statement Of Responsibilities
This is a FLSA non-exempt position. The incumbent serves as a CSA III Peer Provider for the Women’s Center and is responsible for providing recovery support services for residents of the Women’s Center, using his/her own life experience in order to coach and support residents in their recovery. The incumbent will work collaboratively with other Women’s Center staff to provide support and education for residents.
The incumbent reports to the Director III, Women’s Center. He/she is expected to perform duties as specified and according to the policies of Region Ten Community Services Board, as well as those of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS).
Qualifications/Position Specific Information
Incumbent will have at least 1-3 years of experience in a related field. High School Diploma or Equivalency required. A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Personal experience in recovery is required; 2 years of sobriety is recommended. Certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist is preferred. Certification is required to be pursued within 1 year of employment. To ensure the safe and efficient operation of the program, a valid Virginia Driver’s License plus an acceptable driving record as issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles are required. For business use of a personal car, a certificate of valid personal automobile insurance must be provided. TB test/screening required
In addition, the incumbent needs to possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Knowledge of: Issues affecting women who have substance use disorders and/or those in recovery. Co-occurring disorders and the interplay of SA and MH.
Skills in: Substance addiction counseling, peer support, group therapy, trauma informed care, engaging resistant or difficult clients. Word processing and computer operation.
POSITION LOCATION: Women’s Center
Region Ten Community Services Board
Charlottesville, Virginia 22903
GRADE: 8
SCHEDULE: Full Time, 40 hours weekly; Some evenings and weekend hrs. depending on program need
