Behavioral Health Allcove Peer Support Specialist

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30+ days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $21.00 To $30.00 Hourly

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Peer Support Specialist engages with allcove youth, provides peer-to-peer support services, and supports outreach efforts to youth and the community, promoting visibility, access, and encouraging participation in the the allcove TM center.

This position plays a key role in fostering a safe, empowering, and growth-oriented environment for youth and young people while supporting overall program operations and community engagement efforts.

STANDARD REQUIREMENTS

• Is knowledgeable of HIPAA and Patient Rights and ensures an atmosphere that allows for the privacy, dignity, and well-being of all in a safe, secure environment.
• Supports and cooperates with specific procedures and programs for:
  • Safety includes universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, security, reporting and correcting unsafe working conditions, equipment repair, and maintenance needs.
  • Confidentiality of all data, including Client, Employee, and Operations data.
  • Quality Improvement and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
  • Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal, discriminatory behavior.
• Supports and participates in joint teamwork:
  • Cooperates and works together with all co-workers.
  • Uses tactful, appropriate communication in sensitive and emotional situations.
  • Follow up with supervisor or co-workers regarding reported complaints, problems, and concerns.
  • Completes requirements for training anti-harassment, policies and procedures, and other work duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Youth engagement and participation

• Performing initial orientation for youth (ranging in age from 12 years to 25 years) accessing allcove to include but not limited to: assisting with completion of forms, intake questionnaires, and initial screening or assessments as needed; ensuring a welcoming, inclusive, and youth-friendly experience.
• Providing support to the youth accessing allcove by acting as youth support and mentor. This includes but is not limited to: participating in goal-setting activities; identifying opportunities for youth to learn, grow and become more confident/improve self-esteem; providing encouragement and support to access resources; sharing and discussing common experiences to develop trust and rapport, encouraging and maintaining an optimistic outlook; communicating, representing, and promoting the peer perspective within the center.
• Working closely with the center team to ensure that the views of young people and families are integrated into service planning and service delivery.
• Engaging Youth Advisory Group members by supporting the allcove Youth Outreach Specialist in the planning of Youth Advisory Group meetings and supporting events and outreach efforts.
• Developing effective working relationships with agencies and organizations to advocate for peer empowerment, including wellness, outreach, and collaboration in future events and activities.
• Conducting outreach to educate community partners and peers about center services and resources available, including center tours, public presentations, or guest speaking engagements.
• Collaborating with Communications and Marketing to provide outreach to peers in the community through presentations at schools, outreach/tabling events and activities including communication and marketing materials for program activities and ensures that youth and center resources are always available.
• Supporting supervisor by leading or co-facilitating workshops
• Completing and maintaining related records and documentation by participating in data collection.

General

• Keep up to date with relevant youth sector trends, gaps and information.
• Participate in relevant training and development activities as an effective team member.

QUALIFICATIONS

• GED or High School Diploma required, plus related experience working with youth and young adults with health and/or substance use issues or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, social services, or human services field preferred.
• Education and experience working with adolescents and young adults in a mental health or health-related field.…