What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Specialist I - Peer Support Services position at UPMC?
Peer Specialists I are individuals with lived experience who provide non-clinical support as a fully integrated treatment team member and educator for staff. Peer Specialists I are role models of recovery values and principles by helping to identify and remove barriers and triggers to treatment for individuals receiving services from inpatient or outpatient programs.
Responsibilities:
Client Support
- Provide feedback to clients, families, and staff.
- Assist in recovery management: goals, barriers, strategies.
- Help clients use community resources.
- Advocate for clients in meetings.
Community Engagement
- Accompany clients to activities.
- Provide follow-up services: 1:1, group, phone, virtual, mobile.
- Facilitate recovery groups; offer individual support.
Progress Monitoring
- Monitor goals and provide feedback.
Crisis Support
- Help clients develop and use crisis plans.
Documentation
- Maintain paperwork and documentation promptly.
Salary : $18 - $29
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