PARKVIEW HEALTH SYSTEM INC
Peer Support Specialist
PARKVIEW HEALTH SYSTEM INC, Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States, 46804
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Peer Support Specialist
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PARKVIEW HEALTH SYSTEM INC .
Serves as peer support for individuals in recovery from a mental health condition, substance-use disorder, or both and connects them to resources to support recovery.
Education High School diploma or GED completion.
Licensure/Certification Must have a valid Indiana Driver's license and proof of car insurance; CPR certification within 30 days of hire; certification of peer support for recovery within six months of employment for PBHI Grants requiring certification, Assertive Community Treatment, SAMHSA-CCBHC, and crisis teams.
Experience Preferably 2 years of experience working in community settings connecting with clients face-to-face; must have shared experiences of those they serve.
Other Qualifications
Reliable transportation (may need to travel during the work day).
Expertise in the community of residence and trusted member of the community.
Ability to engage diverse learners.
Skills in individual and group teaching, home visiting, advocating, and motivational interviewing.
High degree of humility and respect for cultural diversity within each community.
Ability to speak multiple languages (plus).
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Other
Industry Hospitals and Health Care
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Peer Support Specialist
role at
PARKVIEW HEALTH SYSTEM INC .
Serves as peer support for individuals in recovery from a mental health condition, substance-use disorder, or both and connects them to resources to support recovery.
Education High School diploma or GED completion.
Licensure/Certification Must have a valid Indiana Driver's license and proof of car insurance; CPR certification within 30 days of hire; certification of peer support for recovery within six months of employment for PBHI Grants requiring certification, Assertive Community Treatment, SAMHSA-CCBHC, and crisis teams.
Experience Preferably 2 years of experience working in community settings connecting with clients face-to-face; must have shared experiences of those they serve.
Other Qualifications
Reliable transportation (may need to travel during the work day).
Expertise in the community of residence and trusted member of the community.
Ability to engage diverse learners.
Skills in individual and group teaching, home visiting, advocating, and motivational interviewing.
High degree of humility and respect for cultural diversity within each community.
Ability to speak multiple languages (plus).
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Other
Industry Hospitals and Health Care
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