Peer Support Specialist-ABQ

Summary We would love to welcome you to our team, apply now and help us shape brighter futures. As a Peer Recovery Support Specialist, you will provide Recovery Coaching to patients struggling with mental health and substance use disorders. Location 8300 Constitution Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110-7613 Compensation Pay range: Minimum $17.46, Maximum $25.95 per hour. Type of Opportunity Full time. FTE: 1.00. Job Exempt: No. Work Shift: Days (United States of America). Responsibilities A Peer Recovery Support Specialist does not serve the role of sponsor, but models competency in resiliency and recovery and ongoing coping skills. Peer Recovery Support Specialists work closely with the patient's treatment team and, when needed, work with the patient's family and community as well. Patient support includes assisting with identified personal and environmental obstacles to recovery, linking the recovering person to community resources, and serving as a personal guide and mentor in the management of personal and family recovery. Coordinates and communicates with hospital staff, funders and community partners as required. Works independently and with a multidisciplinary team to provide services and deliverables as required by PHS and/or funders. Engages patient toward recovery using Motivational Interviewing Skills. Provides patient assessment(s). Provides Naloxone education in partnership with nursing and medical personnel. Identifies and provides community resources. Qualifications Education: High School Diploma/GED required. Knowledge of community resources required. Register for and successfully obtain Peer Certification in accordance with standards set by the NM Behavioral Health Services Division's Office of Peer Recovery and Engagement class within 6 months after hire. Current NM driver's license is preferred. Certified Narcan educator preferred. Trained in Motivational Interviewing Skills preferred. Previous experience working in hospital or ED setting preferred. Experience working with confidential medical records and documentation preferred. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point. Familiar with readiness assessment tools and SBIRT. Benefits Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities. Staff Safety badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern. Differentials for night and weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles for eligible positions. Malpractice liability insurance. Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department. EPIC electronic charting system. Presbyterian employees have access to a wellness program including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges. EEO Statement AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug‑free and tobacco‑free employer with smoke‑free campuses. Compensation Disclaimer The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Presbyterian Healthcare Services