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    Peer Support Specialist III - Newark, United States - Rutgers University

    Rutgers University
    Rutgers University Newark, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Recruitment/Posting Title Peer Support Specialist III Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Medical and Patient Services Department UBHC-Adult Outpatient Services-NWK Overview


    Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey.

    UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education.

    UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey.


    Services are readily accessible and include:

    inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school.

    Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers.

    In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support.

    In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

    Posting Summary


    Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Peer Support Specialist III for the Outpatient Department in Newark within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.


    The primary purpose of the Peer Support Specialist III is to be a member of a team offering person centered, culturally competent instrumental, information and emotional support either in person or by phone.

    The Peer Support Specialist III uses lived experience and basic peer support skills to engage and empower persons served to support their wellness.

    Offers insight into the experience of living with a mental and/or substance use disorder and relevant recovery supports in order to assist staff in identifying program environments and treatment approaches that are conducive to recovery.

    Among the key duties of this position are the following:


    • Uses his/her own lived experiences with mental and/or substance use recovery as a vehicle to establish rapport and build relationships with the individuals served and/or their family member(s).
    • Demonstrates good communication skills, wellness and recovery oriented coping skills and self-help strategies for individuals served and team members.
    • Assists consumers in identifying their strengths and wellness needs in order to establish recovery goals; assists in setting objectives for each goal and collaborates to determine recovery and wellness supports.
    • Is actively involved in the development of the consumers treatment/recovery and where applicable assists in development of wellness and recovery plans.
    • Attends and participates in scheduled team meetings as an advocate/lesson to contribute individualized information related to needs, status and progress.
    • Acts as a liaison to community resources and assist consumers using these resources to enhance independent living skills and self-sufficiency.
    Position Status Part Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement

    This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.


    FLSA Nonexempt Grade 1775 Position Salary 24.13 hourly Annual Minimum Salary Annual Mid Range Salary Annual Maximum Salary Standard Hours 40.

    00 Union Description Teamsters, Local 97 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits

    Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to

    Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS

    Qualifications

    Minimum Education and Experience


    • High school diploma or equivalent required. At least three (3) years of previous relevant experience required. At least two (2) of the three (3) years must be lived experience with the target population.
    Certifications/Licenses


    • Must be certified or eligible for certification as a Peer Support Specialist or Family Advocate. If not certified, documented demonstrated progress toward completion of Peer Support Certification within 12 months is required.
    • Must possess valid driver's license or alternate means of transportation for use to outreach individuals served.
    Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities


    • Be able to work independently and as part of a team in a collegial group environment.
    • Be able to use a computer to record services and other basic office functions.
    Preferred Qualifications


    • Experience working in a social or healthcare field and/or a mental health capacity.
    • Bilingual skills (Spanish/English or Cantonese/English or Mandarin/English).
    Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment


    PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
    Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements.


    WORK ENVIRONMENT:
    Office environment. Moderate noise.

    Special Conditions


    • Pre-employment drug screening and background check including finger printing.
    Posting Details

    Posting Number 24ST0303 Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS) City Newark State NJ Location Details

    Pre-employment Screenings

    All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

    Immunization Requirements


    Under Policy Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption.

    Additional infection control and safety policies may apply.

    Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying.

    Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

    Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement


    It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.

    As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment.

    For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address:

    Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).


    • Do you have at least three (3) years of previous relevant experience, two (2) of which are lived experiences with the target population?
    • Yes
    • No
    • Do you have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
    • Yes
    • No
    • Are you certified or eligible (within the next 12 months) for certification as a Peer Support Specialist or Family Advocate?
    • Yes
    • No
    • Do you have a valid driver's license and possess your own vehicle or alternate means of transportation for use to reach the individuals served?
    • Yes
    • No
    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents


    • Resume/CV
    • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
    • Certifications/Licenses
    Optional Documents
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