Peer Support Specialist
On-site · Jackson, Mississippi, United States
Job Summary
Provide non-clinical peer support that is person-centered and recover/resiliency focused. The PSS reports to the Clinical Director. Essential Functions include modeling appropriate moral, ethical and professional values for clients, colleagues, and the community-at-large; regularly seeking consultation from supervisory staff; providing detailed information regarding significant issues affecting clients; establishing and maintaining positive relationships with all program clients; attending in-service and scheduled trainings; maintaining required certifications and re-certifications through available training; and performing other related duties as assigned by the Director of Clinical Services.
Required Qualifications
- Must be 21 years of age
- High school diploma or GED equivalent is required
- Must demonstrate a minimum of six (6) months in self-direction recovery within the last year, or self-identify as first degree family member
- Must be a Certified Peer Support Specialist through DMH within 90 days of hire
- Strong people skills
- Must maintain valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record
- Must successfully complete all phases of pre-service and on-going training
- Must be able to work in a fast paced, high pressure, high stress environment
- Position may experience verbal and/or physical aggression from client population
- Possible exposure to infectious diseases
- Must provide a negative drug screen result prior to employment
- Must pass a pre-employment physical and TB test and on-going physical assessments as required
- Have the ability to demonstrate organizational, management, and leadership skills
- Have the ability to generate multiple solutions to meet the changing needs of clients, staff, and communities
- Have the ability to communicate professionally, in both verbal and written formats, with clients, including, but not limited to parents, supervisees, colleagues, and community service providers
- Have the ability to participate in recreational activities with clients, including, but not limited to arts, athletics, and outdoor activities
Desired Qualifications
- Certified Peer Support Specialist through DMH within 90 days of hire
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