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Certified Peer Support Specialist and Temporary Registered Alcohol and Drug Peer Support Specialist - Adults West
Job Description:
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Serves as an active member of the client’s treatment team, including participation in team meetings and treatment planning meetings. Assists clients in development of recovery plan, including psychiatric advance directives and crisis plan. Provides education and resources about recovery and wellness. Implements and coordinates recovery plans for individual clients in assigned population group, including evaluation, consultation, and education, and follow-up services. Serves as role model for clients by sharing own recovery process and teaching effective coping techniques and self-help strategies. Connects to resources and services for individual clients in collaboration with case management services. Maintains accurate, thorough records on all assigned cases and uses documentation to assist clients in evaluating progress. Provides advocacy services on behalf of clients. Informs supervisor, and other members of treatment team as indicated, of issues/concerns related to individual clients. Manages client caseload, client services, and activities to maximize direct care client time and reach expected productivity targets Maintains continuing education requirements and required training documentation in record management systems
EDUCATION
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Certified Adult Peer Support Specialist as defined by the Kentucky BHDID, and
- Active Temporary Registration with KY Alcohol and Drug Counselor’s Board
- Maintains continuing education requirements and required training documentation in record management systems to maintain Certification and becomes Registered Alcohol & Drug Peer Support Specialist within nine months of employment.
- Attest to one year recovery as defined by KY Alcohol & Drug Counselor regulations.
- Preferred two (2) years in recovery.
EXPERIENCE
- Preferred over six months’ experience as a Peer Support Specialist and/or leading recovery groups or programs.
- Good interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills.
- Knowledge of applicable population group and principles/philosophy of recovery
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS
- Position requires lifting of 20 pounds maximum, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of items weighing up to ten pounds.
- Normal work tasks may involve exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissue.
- May involve 24-hour on-call responsibilities.
- Eighteen years of age or older.
Time Type:
Full timeThe agency ensures all notices, employment, advertisements, information pamphlets, research reports, and similar public notices prepared and released by the agency include a statement identifying the appropriate source of funds for the project or service. (i.e. funding is in whole or in part from federal, CHFS, or other state funds)
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Join a team dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities. At Seven Counties Services, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Competitive Compensation
Competitive salaries with regular performance reviews
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Comprehensive Benefits
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
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Professional Development
Continuing education, training, and career advancement
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Work-Life Balance
Flexible schedules, paid time off, and wellness programs
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Retirement Planning
403(b) retirement plan with employer match
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At Seven Counties Services, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. We foster a culture of compassion, integrity, respect, excellence, and innovation.
Our team members work in a supportive environment where professional growth is encouraged, diversity is celebrated, and every voice matters.
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