Access Hub Peer Support

Position: Access Hub Peer Support
Division: Intensive Care Services
Supervised by: Access Hub Program Director

Brief Summary of the Position:
An hourly position providing emotional and social support to guests of the Access Hub Program. In addition, peer counselors provide referrals to resources including the Access Hub case manager and therapist, nursing supports, psychiatry, and Sunrise Wellness Center Food Shelf.


Duties and Responsibilities:

• Welcome Access Hub guests upon arrival.
• Assess the immediate needs of the individual and provide support around the initial needs.
• Collaborate with internal programs and external agencies to coordinate services for Access Hub guests.
• Provide follow up supports to guests as indicated.
• Participate in morning rounds as needed.
• Provide phone supports with programmatic information and supportive counseling

Position: Access Hub Peer Support
Division: Intensive Care Services
Supervised by: Access Hub Program Director

Brief Summary of the Position:
An hourly position providing emotional and social support to guests of the Access Hub Program. In addition, peer counselors provide referrals to resources including the Access Hub case manager and therapist, nursing supports, psychiatry, and Sunrise Wellness Center Food Shelf.


Duties and Responsibilities:

• Welcome Access Hub guests upon arrival.
• Assess the immediate needs of the individual and provide support around the initial needs.
• Collaborate with internal programs and external agencies to coordinate services for Access Hub guests.
• Provide follow up supports to guests as indicated.
• Participate in morning rounds as needed.
• Provide phone supports with programmatic information and supportive counseling

Qualifications:

• Must be a person with lived experience and willing to discuss their experience with mental illness and/or substance use.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A valid clean driver’s license with a safe reliable vehicle.
• The successful candidate will possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Candidates will display empathy, good listening skills while using their lived experience to provide meaningful support to guests of the Access Hub.

Physical Requirements:

The role may involve the following physical requirements :

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.
• Peer may need to transport clients in their personal vehicle.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing during therapy sessions and administrative tasks.
• Effective verbal communication, including the ability to clearly convey information both in-person and over the phone.
• Basic manual dexterity to handle documentation and computer-related tasks.
• Mobility to move within the office environment and between different work locations .
• The program encourages regular activity in the community and outdoor settings in support of clients’ physical and mental health. Staff must be able to participate in and accompany clients in these activities.

What type of position do you prefer?* Full-time Part-time Per- diem

Expected Pay:*

On what date would you be available for work?*

Have you ever been employed by WCMHS?* Yes No

If yes, please specify where and when:*

Are you currently or have you provided contracted services for WCMHS?* Home Provider Respite Other

If yes, please specify where and when:

Are you or an immediate member of your family receiving services from WCMHS?* Yes No

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Are you legally eligible and/or of legal age to work in the United States?* Yes No

Do you have a valid driver's license?* Yes No

Please list any states in which you currently hold or have held a driver's license in the past three years:*

Are you related to any WCMHS employee(s)?* Yes No

If yes, please specify relationships(s):

Have there ever been any documented complaints of child and/or patient abuse or neglect against you?* Yes No

If yes, please specify complaint date and agency:

Have you ever had a professional license suspended or revoked?* Yes No

If yes, please explain:*

Highest level of completed education:*

Do you currently reside in the state of Vermont?*

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