Peer Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY The Peer Specialist, as an individual in sustained recovery from addiction, provides hope to clients in early recovery and helps them stay in recovery, thus reducing the likelihood of relapse. With their powerful message of hope, combined with the experience of the peer specialist who has been successful in their recovery efforts, these services extend the clinical reach of treatment and go directly into the lives of people who most need them. In early recovery especially, the peer specialist acts as mentor or coach, providing and advocating for effective recovery based services and supports which may include behavioral health and other services. The Peer Specialist, in conjunction with other team members, will 1) assist clients to develop and implement their unique recovery and wellness plans; 2) help clients to meet personal goals for recovery and wellness and 3) educate clients about community and natural supports and how to link to and utilize these in the recovery process. The peer specialist is supervised by a licensed clinician.  Services may be delivered in community, in-home or office settings. Transportation of clients may be required when necessary to help clients link to community supports.   Hourly Rate $20.00   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma/GED.  Must be an individual with lived substance use and recovery experience as well as demonstrated personal experience caring for children/youth. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain CCAR peer certification. Valid Driver's License is required. Safely operates vehicle in the community, based on program needs.   LOCATION Hartford, CT area   SCHEDULE Full Time   EMPLOYEE BENEFITS At Wheeler, we're committed to not only supporting your career growth but also ensuring your well-being and security. Here's how we invest in you:   Nurture Your Health: Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through Centivo Comprehensive dental and vision insurance through Cigna Access to wellness programs to support your physical and mental health Secure Your Future: Enjoy peace of mind with company-paid life and AD&D insurance 403(b) Plan, with contributions from the company Fuel Your Career Growth: Pursue your educational goals with our Education Reimbursement Program Access training and development opportunities Maintain Work-Life Harmony: Recharge with generous paid time off, including: 15 vacation days per year to explore and recharge   8 sick days per year for your well-being 2 personal days per year for your personal needs 2 floating holidays per year to celebrate what matters to you 9 paid company holidays to spend with loved ones Access free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide education on addiction recovery. Assist, in conjunction with other team members, recovering persons to develop and implement their unique recovery plans, inclusive of the person’s personal interests, goals, strengths and vulnerabilities regarding recovery. Actively identify and support linkages to community resources (communities of recovery, educational, vocational, social, cultural, spiritual resources, mutual self- help groups, professional services, etc.) that support the recovering person’s goals and interests. Provide in-person and telephonic support, coaching and mentoring to help clients meet their recovery goals. Attend self-help groups and other community supports as needed to help clients make use of the supports. Transport clients when necessary to help clients accomplish specific recovery goals. Documentation of activities in client record as required by Wheeler. Assist Program Manager and clinical staff as directed. Assists in professional training, outreach, and public education services as assigned.  This may include professional conferences, workshops and training for behavioral health agencies.  May represent the agency at community forums or serve on inter-organizational committees as directed. Continues to develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.

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