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Peer Support Specialist I - Buffalo, United States - Spectrum Health & Human Services

Spectrum Health & Human Services Buffalo, United States

1 month ago

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Job Description

Job Description

Agency Profile:

Spectrum Health & Human Services respectfully partners with adults, children, and families as they recover from behavioral, emotional, mental health and/or substance related disorders by offering individualized and meaningful opportunities of hope, empowerment, and support to achieve self-defined improvements in their quality of life.

Full-time: City Mission- 100 East Tupper Street, Buffalo, NY

SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION:
Provide peer support to individuals with behavioral health issues who are enrolled in Spectrum Human Services' CCBHC.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Knowledge and demonstration of agency core values in day-to-day activities
Advocacy
Outreach and Engagement
Self Help Tools
Peer Recovery Supports and Peer Counseling
Transitional Supports
Pre-Crisis and Crisis Support Services
Engagement, Peer Bridge Services, and Services to Assist Individuals transitioning between service systems or between residential or Inpatient Settings to the Community
Self-Advocacy, Self-Efficacy, and Empowerment
Parent Skill Development and Training, Family/caregiver Psychoeducation
Community Connections and Natural Supports
Assist individuals with goals of Independent Living Skills
Be a positive role model especially in sharing one's own recovery from behavioral health issues
Assist individuals in obtaining their goals as written in their Individualized Action Plans
Ability to utilize electronic data systems (i.e. electronic records and computers)
Assist individuals in developing WRAP plan
Any other duties deemed necessary by supervisor

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Excel, Power Point, Desktop Publishing, Outlook, etc.
Ability to engage and connect with individuals who have a behavioral health disorder and or their families
Motivational Interviewing
Ability to develop a WRAP and or Wellness Management and Recovery
Cognitive Behavioral Motivational Enhancement Therapy

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a Family Peer Advocate Credential or
NYCPS Certified Peer Specialist Credential or
OASAS Certified Peer Advocate Credential (CRPA) or
Certified Addiction Recovery Coach Credential

EXPERIENCE:
Preferred one (1) year work-related experience.

lived experience with homelessness
Must possess a valid Driver's License and a vehicle with an acceptable driving record
Must be current or former recipient of behavioral health services or have a family member who has or is receiving behavioral health services

COMPENSATION:
$23.09/hr - $29.44/hr

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