HEALTH OUTREACH WORKER (PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST)-HEALTH DEPARTMENT

All positions require that the applicant be a resident of Wyandotte county or willing to relocate within (12) months from the date of hire. As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer physical examination and drug screen. And submit proof of identity and employment eligibility.

JOB DESCRIPTION :

The Unified Government Public Health Department is seeking a full-time Certified Peer Support Specialist (substance use disorder) to work in the Community Health Division. The Certified Peer Support Specialist will provide case management and referral to treatment services to Wyandotte County community members with substance use disorder. This position creates new, maintains existing, and facilitates cooperative partnerships with other Wyandotte County community organizations and UG departments. The Certified Peer Support Specialist is responsible for working on a team to expand and sustain the substance use disorder program to continue to meet the needs of the Wyandotte County community. Position duties will include working one-on-one with identified clients to ensure recovery needs are met and sustained; Provide community referrals for clients with substance use disorder who are seeking recovery options; Provide timely responses to community requests for assisting with getting clients embedded in local resources, including but not limited to jobs, food, housing, etc.; Keep abreast of community resources available to Wyandotte County community members experiencing substance use disorder; Create new, and maintain existing partnerships with other Wyandotte County community organizations, groups and, UG departments, including but not limited to treatment centers, first responders, and hospital systems; Provides service in a manner that is appropriate for the client's age; demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to meet the client's physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs; Keep abreast of and comprehend new information, particularly in the topic of substance use disorder, to be able to communicate to others in plain language; This position may also serve on relevant local coalitions and be a liaison for other committees throughout the community. This is a grant funded position that currently has funding through September 2026, continued work beyond this time is contingent on identifying further funding.

QUALIFICATIONS :

High School diploma or GED required, Kansas Certified Peer Mentoring Certification required or must be willing to obtain within a year of hire, must have a minimum of 2 years of personal lived experience in recovery from substance use disorder; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Preferred experience : Prior Certified Peer Support Specialist experience, two to four years

of direct substance use disorder experience in coaching, support, and behavioral intervention. Current knowledge of local community resources for substance use disorder. Knowledge of methods, practices, and techniques used in case management. Bilingual in Spanish. This position requires a 40-hour workweek. Typical hours will be Monday - Friday but may also be required to work occasional weekend or evening events in the community. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Must be a resident of Wyandotte County or willing to relocate within one year of the date of hire. A background check and drug screen will be conducted on potentially selected candidates. This is a grant funded position.

Salary Range : 18.01-$22.93 / hr.

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County / Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce.

If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please contact the mainline (913) 573-5660 or email the staff member.

Company : Unified Government of Wyandotte County / Kansas City, KS

Salary : $18 - $23