POSITION SUMMARY:

To provide a bridge between providers and adults with serious mental illness. Peer Specialists will assist in facilitating the care and well-being of adults receiving services while working on a multidisciplinary team. Peer Recovery Specialists have lived experience with behavioral health issues and/or addiction, possess the ability to work and communicate effectively, and have an outgoing and engaging personality to connect with individuals. The position requires one to share lived experience of mental illness and/or addiction (when appropriate), serve as a role model for peers, and share self-help techniques and effective coping strategies. Peer Recovery Specialists will help peers develop natural support systems.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIRED:

AHigh School diploma or equivalent. Have successfully completed and passed a Co-occurring Peer Specialist training program endorsed by BHDDH and possess (or be scheduled for next training) IC/RC state certification (CPRS). In addition, have maintained, within the last three (3) years, at least 12 months of successful full or part time paid or voluntary work experience (not necessarily consecutive) or one-year post-secondary education experience totaling 24 credit hours. Valid driver's license, approved driving record, and reliable vehicle required. Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

A Valid driver's license and ability to transport clients. Acquire and maintain Certified Peer Recovery Specialist state credentialing. Effective communication skills, good computer skills. Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include nights and weekends.

To apply for this opening please visit our websitewww.communitycareri.organd select "Careers" and then "Current Openings" to fill out an application and upload your cover letter and resume.

About Us

Community Care Allianceprovides an array of services and supports that are linked together so people can access help for their unique situations. Our goal is to help all members of our community become healthier, more self-reliant and better informed to meet their economic, social and emotional challenges.

Community Care Alliance is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.