Peer Recovery Specialist; bilingual Eng-Span

POSITION SUMMARY

The CCBHC's Peer Recovery Specialists are individuals who, through a non-clinical approach, share their personal recovery experience, engage with individuals to offer reassurance, reduce fears, answer questions, support motivation and convey hope throughout the treatment and recovery process.

CLUES' Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), Abriendo Caminos, will be providing immediate access to supportive, high-quality, culturally responsive, and integrated Behavioral Health services and pathways to wellness for the Latinx Community, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. The CCBHC model provides CLUES with a model for sustainable Behavioral Health service provision, which translates to increased access to consistent care for wellness in the Latinx community.

Department: Behavioral Health

Reports to: Manager of Mental Illness & Substance Use Disorder (MI/SUD) Services

Location: CLUES Minneapolis Behavioral Health Clinic

Position Type: Regular

Schedule: Full-Time (Part-time schedule available). Generally, Monday - Friday office hours, with occasional evening hours to accommodate clients as needed.

Estimated Pay: $23.00 to $27.00 (depending on experience & qualifications).

Benefits: Full benefits package available in accordance with current CLUES policies-includes: medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, and life insurance (with AD&D); long term and short-term disability; pre-paid legal services and  protection; retirement plan; educational assistance; paid holidays; and paid time off. Eligible Part-Time employees typically receive pro-rated benefits based on percentage of time worked.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide quality program services to the individuals served in a professional manner.
• Complete required documentation according to program standards and timelines.
• Coordinate and participate in the assessment and intake process for each client.
• Serve as an advocate and liaison for and on behalf of the client's rights.
• Provide peer support to those experiencing substance use disorder or related symptoms.
• Provide guidance, encouragement, education and skill-building around wellness planning, crisis planning, and self-advocacy to support the clients' recovery goals.
• Act as a liaison between the clinical team and clients to ensure each client's needs and preferences are understood and honored whenever possible.
• Aid clients to promote their physical, social, and psychological well-being.
• Coordinate resources and services to ensure clients have what they need to succeed.
• Provide education and skill building in the areas of wellness planning, crisis planning, advanced psychiatric directives, and self-advocacy skills.
• Provide services that help clients identify their strengths and to use their strengths to reach their treatment goals and identify and overcome barriers to participate in community resources.
• Connect the clients with resources such as visiting community resources to assist clients in becoming familiar with potential opportunities, and teaching and modeling the skills needed to successfully utilize community resources.
• Build relationships and encourage community-based activities, such as work, relationships, physical activity, and self-directed hobbies.
• Facilitate and conduct group interventions, if applicable.
• Transport clients to medical and/or mental health appointments where client requires support from staff in the appointment, according to program policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Attend all required and assigned meetings and trainings. Attendance is an essential function of this position.

• Maintain client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, agency policies and other applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
• Promote the mission, operating values, and agency services of CLUES within the community.
• Engage in outreach efforts to engage and educate community and professional partners about CLUES services.
• Carry out all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
• This position reports directly to the Manager of Mental Illness & Substance Use Disorder (MI/SUD) Services, interacts on a regular basis with other members of an interdisciplinary team, and receives clinical supervision from a Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor. This position works cooperatively with all program staff and other CLUES staff as requested.

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• Have a minimum of one year of recovery from substance use disorder…