Peer Recovery Specialist - Staunton, United States - Valley Community Services Board

Valley Community Services Board

Verified Company

Staunton, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

VCSB is looking for our next Peer Recovery Specialist A Peer is a partner who provides support to individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges.

As part of the Adult Mental Health Services team, the Peer plays a vital part in an individual's road to recovery by acting as a bridge between the individual and their treatment providers.

_Benefits_

Flexible work schedule.
Hybrid work environment.
Health insurance as low as $21.16/month for individuals. Family and dependent plans are also available.
Signon bonus of $500, included in full with the first paycheck.
Nine paid holidays.
Accrue up to 20 days of paid time off (PTO) per year from year one. PTO is immediately available upon accrual.
Participation in the Virginia Retirement System.
Professional development assistance provided at no cost.

_Summary of Essential Functions_

Conducts regular reviews of clients' strengths and needs.
Helps clients develop and utilize healthy coping mechanisms, positive selfmanagement techniques, problemsolving skills, symptom management, and effective communication skills.
Supports the development of selfadvocacy skills through personcentered, strengthsbased recovery planning and goal setting.
Empowers clients to take a direct, proactive role in developing and updating their ISP and RRWP.
Provides crisis support as needed in partnership with other team members.
Coordinates treatment services with other agencies, including, but not limited to, education, consultation, and technical assistance as needed.

_Minimum Qualifications_
All applicants must meet the following in order to be considered qualified for the position.

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Must have lived experience pertaining to mental health or substance use challenges, meaning:
Personally experienced mental health or substance use challenges
and currently celebrating at least one year of recovery,
or:
Closely related to or a guardian for an individual who experiences mental health or substance use challenges.
Valid Virginia driver's license with a points balance of at least 0,
or obtain a valid Virginia driver's license within 90 days of hire.

_Preferred Qualifications_

Previous experience working in mental health or substance use treatment.
Currently certified as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) in the Commonwealth of Virginia.