What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support Specialist position at The Salvation Army Central Territory?
Position Summary :
Provides peer support and transportation services to Safe Harbor clients.
Essential Responsibilities :
- Assist clients in articulating personal goals for recovery through the use of one-to-one and group sessions.
- Assist clients in determining the steps he / she needs to take in order to gain access to treatment services and support the client with identifying and adequately addressing barriers.
- Assist clients in locating, joining, and finding means to participate in self-help / support groups such as NA, AA and Celebrate Recovery.
- Model and teach problem-solving techniques with individuals and groups.
- Utilize recovery experience to assist Safe Harbor clients in navigating systems for authorization / continuation of treatment services.
- Work with referral sources (i.e., emergency rooms, crisis centers) to increase transitions of care to the SAHL Safe Harbor service sites.
- Complete outreach activities with referral resources to bring community awareness to Safe Harbor services.
- Teach and role model the value of every individual's recovery experience.
- Assist the client in identifying possible barriers and directing client to community resources available to support self-sufficiency and social detriments of health outcomes.
- Assist client in developing empowerment skills and combating stigma through self-advocacy
- Establish and maintain professional and timely documentation in the electronic medical records system, and seek necessary assistance to ensure compliance.
- Maintain a working knowledge of current trends and developments in substance use disorder and co-occurring disorders by reading relevant materials and participating in continuing education seminars, webinars and other in-service training when offered.
- Provide transportation coordination and drive as needed to assist clients with prompt access to care and SUD treatment services.
- Perform other duties as assigned
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Qualifications :
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The Salvation Army offers the following benefits :
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and / or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
Mission Statement :
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
