RS Peer Support Specialist/ Residential Driver

Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities for Driver portion of position: Include the following: The vehicle that is driven should be checked daily for mechanical problems. Monthly, six month, and annual checklists must be completed accurately and timely and submitted to the appropriate persons. A daily log must be kept of miles driven and gas purchases made. If mechanical problems are noted, the driver should use his/her best judgment on whether they should be fixed immediately or if they can wait. Expensive repairs, unless they pose a danger, should be reported to the Transportation Coordinator or the Team Leader/Program Director prior to repair. The oil and oil filter should be changed on a scheduled basis. The vehicle should be kept clean on the inside and outside. The speed limit should never be exceeded. The vehicle should never be used for personal use. Consumers should be treated with respect and consideration. Every effort should be made to pick consumers up at the scheduled time. If there is down time from driving, it will be expected that the driver will provide assistance to the program. Provide services based on ethical concepts and principles while refraining from forming a personal relationship with the consumers. Refrain from assuming any duty that is unrelated to and/or interferes with the responsibilities of the position. Respond to emergency situations in a timely fashion. Report accidents and emergencies to Team Leader or Program Director immediately. Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with other team members, as part of a multidisciplinary team, and independently, when necessary. Other duties may be assigned when necessary. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for Peer Support portion of position: Include the following: Provide peer mentorship and support, drawing on common experiences as a peer, to validate clients; experiences and to provide guidance and encouragement to clients to take responsibility and actively participate in their own recovery. Facilitate group sessions and co-facilitate with clinicians as needed Provide individual one-on-one sessions with clients Complete documentation in a timely manner Serve as a mentor to clients to promote hope and empowerment. Advocate on behalf of clients living with substance use disorder in the community and the program Provide expertise and consultation from a recovering individual’s perspective to the entire team concerning clients’ experiences on symptoms of substance use disorder, the effects and side-effects of medications, clients’ responses to and opinions of treatment, and clients’ experiences of recovery. Collaborate with the treatment team to promote a team culture in which each client’s point of view, experiences, and preferences are recognized, understood, and respected, and in which client self-determination and decision-making in treatment planning are maximized and supported. Helps clients identify, understand, and combat stigma and discrimination associated with substance use disorder and develop strategies to reduce self-stigma. Help other treatment team members identify and understand culture-wide stigma and discrimination against people with substance use disorder and develop strategies to eliminate stigma within the team. Collaborate with the treatment team to ensure the protection of clients’ rights in order to help clients to improve their knowledge of client rights and grievance or compliant procedures. Increase awareness of and support client participation in self-help programs and advocacy organizations that promote recovery. Serve as the liaison between the team and peer-run programs such as self-help groups and drop-in centers. Shared duties in the provision of treatment and recovery services. Required Job Skills: Oral and Written Communication Skills Interpersonal Skills Ability to exercise good judgment, tact, diplomacy and compassion when problem solving, handling conflict or in a crisis situation Ability to complete record keeping in a timely fashion Ability to get along with diverse personalities and maintain effective working relationships Ability to work well with people of all races, backgrounds and needs Requirements Qualifications : Requires High School Degree or GED. Submit to and pass a criminal record check, driving check, and a drug screening test. Must be at least 25 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license. Must have a minimum of two years in recovery to be a peer support specialist. Must apply for the Temporary Registered Alcohol & Drug Peer Support Specialist credential immediately and work toward full licensure of Registered Alcohol & Drug Peer Support Specialist. Hours : Monday through Friday 8:00 am until 4:30 pm. Other times may be required with the job. T his position reports directly to the Team Leader or Program Director. #J-18808-Ljbffr