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<p>POSITION OVERVIEW: Peer Support Specialist (PSS) must have or had a serious mental illness and be living well in recovery. This position provides peer support services, which includes providing emotional support, coaching and training, empowerment and advocacy, to persons with a serious mental illness in their homes and/or community settings.</p> <p>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Provide support to other peers and assist them in reaching and maintaining their personal recovery goals.</p> </li><li> <p>Promote self-determination and support peers in maintaining relationships and increasing a higher level of control and satisfaction over their lives.</p> </li><li> <p>Promote skills for improving mental and physical wellbeing and increasing resiliency.</p> </li><li> <p>Assist individuals with identifying and utilizing natural supports and community-based resources to reach and maintain their recovery.</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with individuals to develop and implement their individualized treatment plan and coping/crisis plan</p> </li><li> <p>When applicable, participate in interdisciplinary meetings of individuals on your caseload.</p> </li><li> <p>Follow all safety procedures and promote safety measures among the team and peers.</p> </li><li> <p>Timely filing of receipts and mileage into online platform.</p> </li></ul> <p>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.</p> </li><li> <p>Physical mobility to walk, stoop, stand, sit, and climb steps.</p> </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Have or have had a serious mental illness and are living well in recovery.</p> </li><li> <p>Be at least 18 years of age.</p> </li><li> <p>Must have a GED or high school diploma.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to complete required 40-hour Peer Support Specialist training within six months of hire.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge and understanding of the "recovery" model of service delivery.</p> </li><li> <p>Good written and verbal communication skills and have basic computer skills.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions.</p> </li><li> <p>Reliable Transportation.</p> </li><li> <p>Provide proof of state minimum liability insurance coverage.</p> </li><li> <p>Valid Class C driver's license required, unless driving a vehicle with a capacity of 8 or more, then a Class "D" license will be required and be an insurable driver with our insurance company.</p> </li></ul>
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