Peer Specialist - ADT

The Peer Specialist, ADT Team will serve as a member of the ADT, providing an array of supportive services to adults with severe mental illness. The Peer Specialist uses their lived experience of recovery from mental illness, plus skills learned in formal training, to deliver services in behavioral health settings to promote mind-body recovery and resiliency. This position will include some early evening hours and weekends as needed to support clients in crisis. Specific Responsibilities Build supportive, non-authoritative relationships with peers to encourage recovery. Work with adult peers, age 18 and up, who have severe and/or persistent mental health challenges. Assist peers in developing a Wellness Action Plan (WRAP) for individualized wellness goals and participation in treatment planning. Assist peers in accessing community resources, advocate on their behalf, and educate mental health professionals regarding the lived experience perspective. Facilitate open dialogue to encourage direct, honest, and respectful communication. Complete all documentation in a timely manner with the Electronic Health Record. Participate in Co-Reflection Trainings with peer agencies. Attend peer support trainings (WRAP, Intentional Peer Support, and Whole Health Action Management) authorized by the NH Bureau of Behavioral Health. Attend meetings, trainings, and events as assigned. Perform tasks, projects, and other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School diploma or GED. Lived experience of mental illness and recovery, and/or experience working in a Peer Support Center. Intentional Peer Support Training and WRAP Training preferred but not required. Capable of working independently and as part of a team. Maintain Intentional Peer Support certification as applicable. Effective oral and written communication skills. Proficiency in using technology required for job tasks. Valid driver's license, acceptable automobile liability insurance, and reliable transportation. Physical Requirements Physically and mentally capable of performing multiple tasks under stressful situations. Able to respond appropriately in crisis situations with clients. Capable of recording and consuming data electronically. Able to stand, stretch, bend, walk, lift, and transport a minimum of 10 pounds. Physically able to drive. Able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time. All candidates must pass a background check, which includes criminal and driving records, to be considered for the job. Candidates must be vaccinated against, or be willing to get vaccinated against, COVID-19 by the date of hire to be considered for employment, subject to eligibility for exemption as provided by the U.S. Equal Opportunity Commission. #J-18808-Ljbffr Community Partners NH