Adult Certified Peer Support and Temporary Registered Alcohol and Drug Peer Supp

Seven Counties

Louisville, KYFull-time$7.25/hrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$7.25/hr

Location

Louisville, KY

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Kentucky Adult Peer Support Specialist CertificationKentucky Board Of Alcohol And Drug Counselors Registration

Job overview

The role provides peer support services as part of a treatment team, assisting clients with recovery planning, education, advocacy, and case management. The specialist maintains documentation, coordinates resources, and serves as a role model, while meeting on‑call duties and physical requirements in an on‑site, full‑time capacity.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunicationRecovery KnowledgeLifting 20 Pounds

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentKentucky Adult Peer Support Specialist CertificationKentucky Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors RegistrationTwo Years ExperienceEighteen Years of Age or Older

Full job description

Experience Required

2 years

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

Number Of Positions

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

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 m odel 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.
Active Kentucky Adult Peer Support Specialist Certification
Active Registration with Kentucky Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors
Maintains continuing education requirements and required training documentation in record management systems to maintain Certification
Maintains continuing education requirements and required training documentation in record management systems to maintain Registration
Attest to one year recovery as defined by AODE Regulations.
Attest to one year recovery as defined by Kentucky Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors
Preferred two (2) years in recovery.

EXPERIENCE

Have a current or past diagnosis of a mental health disorders, and have received or be receiving treatment
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 time

Seven Counties Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to r ace, color, national origin, gender, disability, s exual orientation, marital status, or protected veteran status.