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    Peer Support Specialist - Pikeville, United States - WestCare Foundation

    WestCare Foundation
    WestCare Foundation Pikeville, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Description
    Peer Support Specialist (SSG)

    Job Details

    Job Location

    Pikeville - 173 Redale - Pikeville, KY

    Salary Range

    $ $15.00 Hourly

    Description

    Position Summary:

    The Peer Support Specialist assists program participants in developing skills and competencies needed to successfully live and work within a community.

    This role provides recovery support, education, and advocacy to participants. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.


    Essential Job Functions:


    Conducts skills building groups and other activities to empower program participants, under the guidance of the Program Director or designee;Provides coaching and mentoring services that help program participants to integrate into their community and become successful, productive residents;Acts as an advocate on behalf of their assigned program participant(s);Attends and participates in training activities and meetings as required;Supervises program participants under the direction of the Program Director or designee, reporting unusual changes as they occur;Facilitates mentoring, discipline, safety, and observation of participants;Utilizes approved crisis intervention techniques to assist with de-escalation of situations, ensuring program participant, staff, and visitor safety;Participates in 24/7 coverage by working a flexible schedule, properly tracking hours worked, and consistently arriving to scheduled shifts on time;Transports participants to school or medical appointments as required (if authorized);Monitors participant whereabouts to be sure they remain on WestCare property, or have appropriate paperwork needed to leave WestCare property;Assists in the implementation of recreational activities for program participants, participating where appropriate;Ensures the facility is kept clean and in working order;Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;Performs any other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    Essential Qualifications:
    Certifications/Licensures:Veterans are preferredRelevant certification and/or licensure is preferred; preference will be given to certified candidates;Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCare's vehicle insuranceis required

    Education:
    Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;High School Diploma or equivalent is required

    Experience and Competencies:
    Two (2) years' experience in workforce development, counseling, social work, or comparable field is required;Two (2) or more years working in a behavioral health environment is preferred;Ability to effectively coach and provide guidance is required;Experience working with individuals struggling with substance abuse and mental health disorders preferred;Ability to form and maintain effective, professional, and positive relationships with staff, volunteers, and program participants required;Ability to work well, both individually and as part of a team required;Ability to exercise good judgement and discretion required;Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor required;Excellent verbal and written communication skills required;


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