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    Peer Support Specialist I - Tulare, United States - Kings View

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    Kings View is a nonprofit leader in providing behavioral health services to the underserved community, is currently seeking a driven Peer Support Specialist I to join our mission to provide compassionate services to those with limited resources.

    Our ideal candidate will have a passion to promote social justice and societal awareness, respect for human dignity, and lead with integrity while listening and responding to the community in need.

    Peer Support Specialist I (122)
    Porterville, CA/Tulare, CA

    The Peer Support Specialist I is part of the 24/7, Mobile Crisis Response Team serving individuals of all ages experiencing mental health crisis.

    Under minimal supervision, as an integral part of a treatment team, the Peer Support Specialist responds to a broad range of non-life-threatening, mental health calls and situations without police or EMS personnel, acts as a liaison between treatment providers and the Person Served, is responsible for intake and needs assessment, arrangement and coordination of comprehensive services, referral to treatment and recovery services in the community, and advocacy for community member for purpose of continuity of care.

    How will I contribute
    Provide direct advocacy and support to consumers.
    Assists experienced staff in the development of consumer driven wellness and recovery plans. Complete all documentation within the identified time frame. Act as liaison between Person Served, their family and Crisis Mobile Response Team. Communicate pertinent information, both in writing and verbally to supervisor or Designee. Transport clients when approved by supervisor. Work closely with all members of the Crisis Mobile Response Team to help prevent re-hospitalization and to promote stabilization. Weekend and evening hours will be required to meet program needs. Maintain accurate, written clinical records of services provided per established agency, COA, HIPAA, CCBHC and CalAIMS standards. Complete documentation within established timeframes, including collecting appropriate signatures, registration forms, etc. Sign off, discharge per program plan.

    Develop and assist in the implementation of brief life skills coaching of individuals/s, linkage to wraparound services/resources, and compliance planning for no-shows for medication management services.

    Coordinate with community partners to identify and attend various outreach events. Achieve four hours of cultural competency training each fiscal year. Achieve advanced competence in using our electronic record keeping system.

    Includes but is not limited to the following:
    a. Use of SmartCare; b. Effective documentation of services provided; c. Competence in using assigned laptop at remote locations; d. Effective use of One Point, the electronic timecard system.

    May encounter risk of working with persons with SMI (serious mental illness) that may include, but not limited to persons in mental health crisis, persons that may be intoxicated or impaired by drugs or alcohol, persons who may be DTO (danger to others), DTS (Danger to Self), or GD (Gravely Disabled).

    If such situations arise, staff may be required to call local emergency personnel to help deescalate the crisis, use crisis intervention techniques, and consult with supervisor as soon as practically possible.

    What I bring

    High School Diploma (or Equivalent) Class C Driving License Must be a current or past consumer of mental health services or a family member of a consumer if program requires.

    Must be engaged in personal wellness and recovery if a consumer Basic understanding and appreciation of wellness and recovery principles.

    Interest in obtaining the knowledge of the philosophy and goals of program assigned, common practices and procedures in wellness and recovery interaction with clients.

    Effective data entry skills using various electronic systems while maintaining the integrity and accuracy of the data.

    Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with person served family members and friends as well as other professionals linked to ongoing care and ability to maintain good case records, including documentation and safety planning.

    Critical thinking and problem solving with the Mobile Crisis Response Team to determine the best care plan for the person served.

    Ability to react appropriately to emergency situations.

    Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate as part of a team Demonstrated interest in the care of individuals with mental illness.

    Ability to communicate well with consumers. organizational skills, ability to multitask and prioritize multiple tasks. Outstanding ability to follow-through with tasks, while remaining flexible and reliable. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

    The Benefits
    Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance 401k plan Vacation time Twelve (12) Paid Holidays Education Reimbursement Program up to $500 per year Referral Program Employee Assistance Program An environment of like-minded people reaching for the same goal Serving the underserved community A sense of purpose

    Who We Are
    Since 1951, Kings View leads the community in providing behavioral health services to the underserved population.

    We have a strong tradition of commitment, and we focus on serving rural communities where health resources are often limited.

    Our people treat the community with care and compassion.

    We stand by our cornerstone and philosophy of valuing each persons worth, dignity and wholeness in body, mind, and spirit.

    Our principal core values echo throughout the organization and into our patient-focused programs.

    At Kings View we are dedicated to continuing our demonstration in the unparalleled commitment to wellness and recovery within each community we serve.

    Join us and apply today.


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