Lead Peer Recovery Specialist - Full Time

Job Description A Lead Peer Specialist assists in the provision of Behavioral Health Services to clients and families. The Lead Peer Specialist works as a role model and mentor in the recovery process for both clients and other Peer Recovery Specialists. Responsibilities Assists clients in choosing, obtaining and keeping wellness and healthy lifestyle related goals and in developing self-management skills. Compiles and shares self-help, wellness and recovery, and healthy lifestyle resources for clients, families, and team members. Selectively uses self-disclosure to inspire, support, and motivate others. Assists in scheduling integrated health care appointments. Provides assistance and advocacy at appointments and with all follow-up needs. Provides supervision and mentoring to Peer Recovery Specialists. Teaches and assists clients, families, and significant others based on client needs. Assists in the development and facilitation of individual and group-based wellness and recovery activities. Assesses crisis situations, intervenes as necessary, and informs supervisor and other team members of any crisis. Serves as a mentor and role model. Participates as a treatment team member. Collaborates from a peer provider perspective. Provides individualized services through face-to-face contact onsite or in the community and/or through telephone/video contact or telehealth. Attends supervision as scheduled, prepares the agenda, and follows through with agreed upon recommendations. Collaborates with other providers to identify and monitor needs and outcomes related to integrated health care. Participates in the Plan Do Check Act process. Assists with data collection, statistics and reporting requirements. Follows policy for all clinical documentation and completes within the required timeframe. Ensures critical judgement and decision making reflects professional guidelines, code of ethics, and utilization of available resources in a collaborative approach. Adheres to HIPAA standards and maintains client confidentiality. Attends training and ongoing staff development opportunities to enhance skills. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior. Other duties and/or projects as assigned. This position is grant funded. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Experience in the substance use and/or mental health field Peer specialist/provider training Personal lived experience with substance use and/or mental health recovery Strong verbal and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience in hospital inpatient setting Licenses and Certifications Required National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS) and/or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) Valid NJ driver's license Licenses and Certifications Preferred Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Compensation and Benefits Minimum rate of $25.38 hourly. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. In addition to our compensation for full‑time and part‑time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hackensack Meridian Health