PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST
PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST
University of Alabama at Birmingham
The Peer Recovery Support Specialist will work with substance abuse program participants in groups and/or one on one to provide advocacy and personal coaching/mentoring.
General Responsibilities
To work with substance abuse and/or other mental health related program participants in groups and/or on a one-on-one basis to provide advocacy and personal coaching/mentoring.
To serve as a vital member of the case management team.
Additional Duties
Screening and Assessment
Assist in the orientation process for participants who are new to the program
Assist in the scheduling of assessments as required
Participant Monitoring
Maintain group and individual supportive interaction with participants, their families, and social supports. Includes facilitation of recovery support groups as assigned.
Keep case management team informed of participant's strengths, accomplishments, and obstacles in relation to their recovery goals. Assist with linkage to community recovery support as requested
Advocacy
Complete all required documentation in a timely manner
Carry out duties as a member of the team, under the direction of the Program Administrator
Provide education and advocacy within the community and agency that promotes awareness of substance abuse disorders and criminal thinking while reducing misconceptions, prejudice, and discrimination.
Preferred\:
Peer Recovery Support Certification from ADMH
MVR NEEDED
Hourly Range\: $15.00 - $21.15