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    Peer Mentor-Drop In Center - Oak Lawn, United States - Envision Unlimited

    Envision Unlimited
    Envision Unlimited Oak Lawn, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Job Type

    Part-time

    Description

    Envision Unlimited is a large non-profit agency committed to providing services for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or mental illness. We emphasize quality services that promote choice, independence, and community integration. Through the collaborative efforts of an interdisciplinary team, our members receive person-centered services aimed at improving the functionality and practical application of social, financial, and emotional skills. In addition, we work to build partnerships with our community to enrich the lives of our members by creating lasting opportunities that will strengthen relationships for a lifetime. Our programs include, but are not limited to, ABA Therapy for Children, Community Day Program, Community Living, Mental Health, Employment and Career Services, and Foster Care.

    Purpose:

    Peer Mentor will serve as a member of a multi-disciplinary team together with doctors and nurses, clinicians and case managers under the direction of a team leader. The Peer Mentor will use life experiences and knowledge of the mental health system to engage clients in active treatment, provide encouragement and support, education and recreational opportunities to help clients thrive in a community setting.

    Essential Responsibilities for the Peer Mentor, include but are not limited to:

    • Provide outreach and engagement services to individual clients participating in the ACT Program
    • Share stories of own success in accordance with comfort level
    • Facilitate group conversation with clients, family members and legal guardians about available resources at Envision Unlimited and the MH system at large.
    • Have input in the development of treatment plan goals
    • Accompany clients on recreational activities and Drop-in Center events
    • Assist staff to develop resources for clients and link them to appropriate services
    • Provide individual and group peer counseling
    • Develop Crisis and medication adherence plans with clients
    OTHER EXPECTATIONS

    Employees shall respect the diversity of all individuals (e.g., clients, co-workers, stakeholders) and refrain from any form of discrimination and/or harassment based on religious, marital, ethnic, racial, gender, sexual orientation, or other differences.

    Employees share the responsibility of creating and maintaining a welcoming and supportive work environment.

    Requirements

    The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

    EDUCATION, SKILLS, and/or EXPERIENCE:
    • High School Diploma or GED.
    • Must be able to pass criminal background check
    • Applicants must have lived experience with recovery from mental health, and/or addiction together with working knowledge of larger systems such as the State Department of Mental Health
    • Knowledge of Medicaid is a plus.
    • Must feel comfortable with public speaking and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
    • Must be able to drive or utilize public transportation to multiple locations.
    *Preference given to Certified Recovery Support Specialists. Must be willing and able to secure certification within one year of employment if not already a CRSS.

    Envision Unlimited provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

    In house training and CEU's

    Employee Assistance Network

    Support for pursuing clinical licensure (financial and time off)

    Opportunity for career growth & development
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