pact peer support specialist - , MT, United States - Center For Mental Health

Description

PACT Peer Support Specialist

Full Time/ Non-Exempt/ Helena

Position Overview:

Under the supervision of the PACT Team Lead, the Specialist provides peer support services for individuals with severe and chronic mental illness.

Job Duties:

1. Works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to help consumers to develop a personal recovery plan and identify opportunities to provide support as clients work to achieve their recovery goals
2. Listens and encourages clients to talk about their lives, struggles and goals
3. Promotes client self-determination and decision-making
4. Offers encouragement, hope and reassurance to clients who are developing the necessary skills for integration into the community
5. Models competency in recovery and maintaining ongoing wellness
6. Must complete and pass medication training test within initial probation period
7. Must be available to work weekday evenings and weekends to perform medication delivery.
8. Liaison with other members of the treatment team to develop an effective support system for the consumer
9. Monitors and supports consumer through regular visits and reports progress or concerns to the treatment team
10. Assist with three (3) contacts minimum per week for each assigned client.
11. Helps clients set and achieve meaningful goals in the areas of mental health recovery, education, daily living skills, substance use, relationships, productivity, and leisure
12. Assumes responsibility for the workload assigned, working independently and cooperatively with the team
13. Acts as an advocate for mental health issues in the Many Rivers region
14. Maintains records, reports, and statistics necessary for program functioning and evaluation, completes client notes in accordance with Many Rivers policy
15. Co-operates and participates in evaluation and research
16. Participates in program meetings, employee education and orientation, which will include a close-working relationship with multi-disciplinary team
17. Comply with relevant legislation, regulations, and mandatory guidelines
18. Responds to emergency health hazards as defined by the Medical Director or Supervisor
19. Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of Grade 12.
• Must have a personal recovery experience for mental health and/or substance use.
• Must be in recovery for 2 years.
• Without incarceration, hospitalization, or inpatient admission exceeding 72 hours
• Must have some knowledge and experience of severe mental illness and treatment, and its impact on consumer/survivors and their families.
• Computer skills an asset.
• Must obtain Certification within 1 month of hired date.

$1,000 Sign on Bonus

Wage amount DOE and includes differential pay.

Benefits:

• 401K Matching Contributions
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Birthday
• Pet Insurance

All Positions at Many Rivers Whole Health must pass Background Checks, Urinalysis Testing, and Motor Vehicle Record.

About Us:

Since 1976, we have been dedicated to 15 counties in Montana and seek to serve a variety of both individuals and groups in all settings. We define resilience as the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats, or significant sources of stress - such as family and relationship problems, serious health problems, or workplace, school place and financial stressors - alongside those of chronic, severe disabling behavioral health conditions. with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice.

We are committed to recruiting qualified employees, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of clients living in our 15 counties. Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for clients and employer of choice for employees and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity, safety, evidence based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, and great work environment.

Our Mission:

Many Rivers Whole Health partners with people and communities to serve the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - by providing expertise in wellness, mental health, and substance use disorders, addressing prevention and treatment with a recovery-based approach.

Our Values:

Ambassador of Many Rivers, own it, Individuals Matter, Create Joy, Embrace Change, Show Up. Step In.

About Helena:

Helena is the capital of Montana, and a great base for adventure. There are 75 miles of trails that start in Helena for biking and hiking. Two stunning National Parks are close enough for a day trip. Closer to home, Helena is a fisherman's dream come true as you're based near the Missouri, Blackfoot, and Clark Fork Rivers as well as many smaller streams and tributaries. Helena offers something for those more inclined to city pleasures, too. The city features a wealth of museums, theatre, live music, food, shopping, and more. Kids of all ages can enjoy the city's many parks, water park, skate park, indoor rock climbing, ice rink, and so much more. If you are interested in being a part of a dynamic, impactful team, in a family friendly community, Helena and the Many Rivers Whole Health is an excellent choice for you. We would love to hear from you and discuss this opportunity.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Many Rivers Whole Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.