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Certified Peer Supporter (PT/TEMP)

Job Details

Job Location

Dayton - 407 Ambrose - Dayton, OH

Position Type

Part Time

Education Level

High School

Salary Range

$17.25 - $17.25 Hourly

Job Shift

Day

Description

PART-TIME / TEMPORARY

Position Summary:The Certified Peer Supporter utilizes their lived experience of recovery, combined with formaltraining, to deliver recovery services through a partnership with WestCare programs. EssentialJob Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assesses the needs, conditions, and desires of assigned program participants;• Works collaboratively with program partners to ensure continuous coordination ofservices for peers and their families;• Conducts data collection and ensures timely delivery of reports and other materials asdirected by WestCare and program funders;• Uses own unique, life–altering experience to guide and support peers and their families;• Mentors and develops meaningful and trusting relationships with program peersstruggling with drug addiction and child welfare issues;• Meets regularly with partners to support and advocate for peers and families engaged inWestCare programs

• Identifies and connects peers with community resources that support recovery;• Maintains confidentiality, respects individual’s privacy, routine, and independence;• Attends required orientation, training and professional development, as appropriate;• Participates in supervisory meetings and training with supervisor;• Attends Conversation for Change (C4C) and other WestCare Ohio-supported activitiesthat engage with peers, families and the community through health fairs, communityevents and local grass roots programs;• Assists other WestCare staff as needed to promote cooperation and portray aprofessional image to the community;• Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goalsof WestCare Foundation;• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:Certifications/Licensures:• Ohio Peer Recovery Supporter certification required at time of or within 30 days of hire;• Valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insuranceis required.Education:• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, CriminalJustice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;• High School Diploma or equivalent is required;Experience and Competencies:• Experience working with disadvantaged individuals required;• Must be in continuous recovery for at least two (2) full years without relapse;• Must be a person with a lived experience of substance use disorder;• Must be willing to interact with peers engaged in the Family Treatment Diversion (FTD)program;• Must be able to articulate the importance of ensuring peer access to “many pathways”and MAT support services;• Must demonstrate ability to interact with and build relationships with persons strugglingwith substance use;• Must have computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, virtual meeting services, texting andsocial media;

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusionsrequired;• Excellent communication skills are required;• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required;• Ability to work well in a team environment required;• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governingconfidentiality required;• Professional appearance and demeanor required;• Intake and assessment experience is highly preferred;• Bilingual ability is preferred;• Prior experience using office equipment, including phones, scanners, printers, and faxmachines, and web cameras is highly desired;

Working Conditions:• Work is primarily performed in an office or residential treatment setting;• Some outdoor activities and travel between multiple locations may be required;

• Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.